ISS Expedition 13 – Official NASA Lapel Pin

Celebrate a mission packed with international firsts and ISS milestones. Expedition 13 launched aboard Soyuz TMA‑8 on 30 March 2006, carrying Commander Pavel Vinogradov and NASA astronaut Jeff Williams to the Station for a long‑duration stay that pushed operations, maintenance, and science forward.

Joining them for launch was Marcos Pontes, who became the first Brazilian in space. After completing his nine‑day mission, Pontes returned to Earth with Expedition 12 on Soyuz TMA‑7, marking a major milestone for Brazil’s space programme.

Mid‑mission, the crew expanded with ESA astronaut Thomas Reiter, who arrived on STS‑121 and became the first European long‑duration ISS crew member. His addition marked a new era of sustained European presence aboard the Station.

Expedition 13 represents global cooperation at its finest — NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, and Brazil all contributing to a mission that strengthened the ISS and expanded its international reach.

Official ISS Expedition 13 pin celebrating international firsts, long‑duration operations, and the arrival of Europe’s first full‑time ISS crew member. A standout collectible for serious spaceflight fans.

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