Dear NASA

Astronaut Training Program
NASA Headquarters
Suite 1M32
Washington, DC 20546-0001

10/11/2005

Dear Sir and/or Madam,

RE: APPLICATION TO BECOME NASA ASTRONAUT

I would very much like to become one of your astronauts, to explore space and help in the fight against the evil Ming the Merciless, whose deadly missiles move ever closer to our sleepy Earth-bound shores.

I believe I have many fine qualities that would make me a top astronaut, including:

• The ability to hold my breath under water (my current record is 32 seconds)
• An extensive collection of Star Wars memorabilia – possibly the largest in the South London area
• The ability to memorise any 4-digit number
• 20-20 vision in my right eye
• A signed photograph of Bruce Boxleitner
  

I have enclosed my résumé, which I hope will give you some idea of my background and why I would be perfect for the role.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Arnold V. Sputnik III

PS. I can’t do Wednesdays. Would that be a problem?