Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will wear two Omega watches during his ISS mission, as part of the historic Ax-4 crew launching this year.
Omega’s Speedmaster was certified by NASA in 1965. Since then, it’s been the go-to timepiece for astronauts on every manned space mission.
These watches can survive shocks up to 40G, resist corrosion, work in a vacuum and function under intense pressure and temperature swings.
Shukla will use two models: the X-33 Skywalker inside the spacecraft and the Moonwatch for spacewalks and extravehicular activities.
In space, accurate time is critical. These watches help astronauts keep track of tasks, experiments, and communication during missions.
The Ax-4 crew continues a 60-year tradition of Omega in space. Every astronaut gets specially calibrated watches before take-off.
The Ax-4 mission marks India’s first government-backed astronaut on the ISS. Shukla’s journey reflects global teamwork and scientific progress.