NASA astronaut shares hilarious way to wear pants in space in a viral new video

NASA Astronaut Don Pettit Wears Trousers Mid-Air in Viral ISS Video. (Image: @astro_Pettit/X)

Astronauts make space life look fun — even dressing up. NASA’s Don Pettit recently showed how zero gravity changes everyday tasks, like putting on trousers.

A video posted on X captured Pettit’s unique approach aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Floating mid-air, he gracefully descends and slides into his trousers with both legs at once. Pettit simply captioned the video, “Two legs at a time!”

Two legs at a time! pic.twitter.com/EHDOkIBigA
Don Pettit (@astro_Pettit) February 21, 2025

Meet Don Pettit: NASA’s Oldest Active Astronaut
Born in Silverton, Oregon, Don Pettit joined NASA in 1996. Now 69, he holds the title of NASA’s oldest active astronaut. A chemical engineer by training, Pettit is renowned for his space photography and in-orbit inventions, including the Zero G Cup.

Pettit earned his Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from Oregon State University in 1978. He later completed his Ph.D. at the University of Arizona in 1983.

Current Mission: Six Months Aboard the ISS
Currently, Pettit serves as a flight engineer on the ISS as part of Expedition 72. He will spend around six months in orbit, conducting scientific experiments and maintaining the space station.

Despite decades in space, Pettit continues to inspire with his curiosity and creativity — even in simple moments like getting dressed.