; Whereas, in 2011, General Stafford was awarded the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy for pioneering achievements that have led the way to the Moon, to greater international cooperation in space, and to a safer United States; Whereas General Stafford completed more than 507 hours in space flight time and flew more than 127 types of aircraft and helicopters during his career, along with 4 kinds of spacecraft and 3 types of boosters; Whereas General Stafford has advised several Presidents on space policy; Whereas General Stafford has given a lifetime of service to the United States as a member of the Armed Forces, at NASA, and in other positions within the executive branch; Whereas General Stafford contributed immensely to the space race and the advancement of the United States in space policy and exploration; and Whereas General Stafford demonstrated extraordinary dedication and service to the United States throughout his distinguished career: Now, therefore, be it