Britain's Tim Peake steps down from ESA astronaut corps

Tim Peake retires as astronaut to become ‘space ambassador’

The 50-year-old, who says he had ‘the most extraordinary experience’, will now work to encourage more young people into the field

UK's star of space Major Tim Peake retires as European Space Agency astronaut

The astronaut - who is one of just a small handful of Brits to ever voyage to outer space - said it was time to step down but wouldn't rule out another trip

Tim Peake retires as astronaut to become space ambassador

Three British citizens are hoping to follow in Major Tim Peake's footsteps as a European Space Agency astronaut. Rosemary Coogan, a Northern Irish astrophysicist, leads the way and will begin her training for a future mission this year.

Tim Peake stepping down from role as European astronaut

He will take on the role of an ambassador for the European Space Agency.

Britain's Tim Peake retires from European astronaut corps

The British astronaut who inspired millions with his passion for space will concentrate on educational outreach.

Britain's Tim Peake steps down from ESA astronaut corps

Britain's Tim Peake has hung up his spacesuit, stepping down from Europe's astronaut corps to become an ambassador for space activities, the European Space Agency said on Friday.