From Eagle Scout to cosmic explorer, Captain James A. 'Jim' Lovell charted humanity’s path to the stars with courage, grace, and quiet brilliance. As commander of Apollo 13 and one of the first to orbit the Moon, Lovell’s legacy is etched into the fabric of space exploration—and into our collective imagination. His story reminds us that even in moments of crisis, ingenuity and teamwork can turn near-tragedy into triumph. A true Living Legend of Aviation, Lovell’s journey continues to inspire dreamers, explorers, and boundary-breakers across generations.