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Ales Svoboda

23 August 2025

Ales Svoboda: From Fighter Pilot to Future Astronaut

Aleš Svoboda represents the next generation of explorers—leaders who thrive under pressure, combine scientific expertise with operational precision, and push the boundaries of human potential. A Major in the Czech Air Force, test pilot, and member of the European Space Agency (ESA) Astronaut Reserve, Svoboda’s journey from the cockpit of high-performance fighter jets to the frontiers of space embodies resilience, innovation, and visionary leadership.

Why Aleš Svoboda?

  • Elite Fighter Pilot: Accumulated over 1,500 flight hours in state-of-the-art aircraft including the JAS-39 Gripen.

  • ESA Astronaut Reserve: Selected from more than 22,500 candidates to represent Europe’s space future.

  • Mission-Ready Leader: Appointed to conduct more than 14 scientific experiments aboard the International Space Station.

  • STEM Advocate: Holds a PhD in Aircraft and Rocket Technology and is deeply passionate about inspiring innovation, research, and education.

Signature Keynotes

Drawing on his extraordinary career path, Aleš delivers high-impact keynotes that connect aerospace excellence with lessons in leadership, resilience, and innovation:

  • From Fighter Jet to Space Station: A Journey Beyond Limits

  • The Astronaut Mindset: Leadership, Focus, and Thriving Under Pressure

  • The Edge of Space: Technology, Resilience, and the Future of Exploration

  • Launching Innovation: What Space Teaches Us About the Future

A Defining Message

For Svoboda, leadership is forged in the highest-stakes environments—whether in supersonic jets or in the unforgiving vacuum of space. As he puts it:

“True leadership is built in high-stakes moments. Space doesn’t forgive mistakes—neither does life. Training your mindset is everything.”

Invite Aleš Svoboda to Your Event

With a rare blend of military precision, scientific depth, and astronaut-level resilience, Aleš Svoboda is the ideal speaker for leadership summits, innovation forums, and STEM-focused events. His story not only inspires, but also equips audiences with the mindset and tools to excel under pressure and embrace the future of exploration.

👉 Discover more about Aleš Svoboda and book him for your event through Matti Speaker Agency.

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