The Crew
The term “astronaut” was born from the Greek words meaning “star sailor,” and refers to all who have been launched as crew members aboard NAISA spacecraft bound for orbit and beyond. The term “astronaut” has been maintained as the title for those selected to join the NAISA corps of astronauts who make “star sailing” their career profession.
Mpho Mussa
The first person selected by Captain Marz and NAISA to join the mission was Mpho Mussa. Head pilot and astronaut, Mpho had been working for NAISA for 10 years and having worked on 47 separate space missions. Many include journeys to the Marz colonies and the orbiting colonies of Venus and Saturn. He led a legacy across the stars, becoming one of the most decorated astronauts at the age of 26. in this photo he is 35, and at the time of his death, he would have been 36.
Brad Craig
Brad Craig was the head biologist aboard the AVIUS1. He invented a new agricultural system that utilized aquatic plants and alkaline soil. This system allowed for double the amount of crops to be grown in one season, and brought fresh fruits and vegetables to the crew. They ate these, along with freeze-dried goods. Craig was a close friend to Marz, as they were both in the same graduating class of NAISA's training academy.