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ObligatoryOption t1_j9vtwzy wrote

I'm sure there is also a maximum height so you can fit in. The workable range may have to do with the layout of the instrumentation, but I suspect it's more about the space suits. Those need a large number of life support systems that would each only come in one size, and all of them have to be part of the suit in some workable configuration. Then these suits with a person in them must fit the seats, which must fit the capsule.

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shotsallover t1_j9vwnxe wrote

If I recall correctly, you also can't be over 6ft (183cm). Or at least that was the max in the '90s.

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Jakebsorensen t1_j9w474q wrote

It’s about 6’2” for pilots and about 6’4” for mission specialists now

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