Able Crewmen
Able Crewperson (also sometimes referred to as "able-bodied crewmen") is the term to describe an astronaut who does not happen to have a specific role or position on the mission. A notable able crewperson was Nevin Hotson, who is credited with having coined the term. In the 2007-08 astronaut application, the term "General Labour" was used instead, but it denotes the same role.
History
On all documented missions in Sim history, there have been able crewmen. Typically, there are up to four on a mission, though often fewer as it is likely that some astronauts will have specialized roles. In recent years, the number of able crewmen has risen, due to the shift towards the older system of duties (see Crew Positions)
2007-2008
The able crewman for the 2007-2008 mission to Mars was:
- Benjamin Paul
2008-2009
Able crewmen for the 2008-2009 mission to Iapetus were:
- Olivia Frank
- Ian Martin
- Benjamin Paul
2009-2010
Able crewmen for the 2009-2010 mission to Europa, Ganymede, and Io have yet to be chosen, but may or may not include:
- Christian Angel
- Matt Farkas-Dyck
- Mikaela Stiver
- Bryce Storey
- Euan Wheaton
Announcement of the able crewmen for this year will follow the final announcement of the astronaut crew.
Roles
Rank
Able Crewmen are junior officers, and are typically all of the same rank (Lieutenant). This is due to the fact that more senior ranks are generally held by more senior astronauts, who have had more experience and training, and therefore can hold more specialized positions.
