Frank De Winne is a Belgian astronaut and engineer, born on April 25, 1961. He is known for his work with the European Space Agency (ESA) and has participated in multiple space missions. De Winne became the first Belgian to command the International Space Station (ISS) during his mission in 2009. Before becoming an astronaut, De Winne served as a fighter pilot in the Belgian Air Force. He was selected as an astronaut in 1998 and has since contributed to various scientific experiments in space. His achievements have made him a prominent figure in the field of space exploration.