Is Robert Crippen A-List?
NoC
No — Robert Crippen is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1969C$0.1M
Joined NASA Astronaut Corps
Crippen is selected as an astronaut, starting his space career.
1981B▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Pilots STS-1 Mission
Crippen pilots the first Space Shuttle mission, a historic achievement.
1984B$0.5M+$0.2M
Commands STS-41-C Mission
Crippen commands another Space Shuttle mission, furthering his space experience.
1995C▼$1M+$0.5M
Retires from NASA
Crippen retires after a distinguished career, leaving a lasting legacy.
2000C$1.5M+$0.5M
Joins Thiokol as VP
Crippen transitions to the private sector, leveraging his experience.
2026C$2M+$0.5M
Retired Astronaut, Space Pioneer
Crippen is remembered as a pioneer of the Space Shuttle program.
Last updated: February 23, 2026