Omega Marks The 55th Anniversary Of The Moon Landing With “Fly Me To The Moon”
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Omega and the film pay homage to the first successful moon landing 55 years ago
In 1969, the world held its breath as humanity achieved a monumental feat, the first steps on the moon by the Apollo 11 astronauts. As Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history, another icon made its mark alongside them, the Omega Speedmaster Professional, forever known as the “Moonwatch.” Now, 55 years later, we celebrate it once more.
The Journey Begins
For Omega, the journey to the moon began in 1964 when NASA sought a reliable wrist-worn chronograph for its manned missions. Amid rigorous tests that included extremes of temperature, shock, vibration, and vacuum, the Speedmaster Professional emerged victorious. On 1 March 1965, it earned the prestigious designation of being “Flight Qualified for all Manned Space Missions”.
From that pivotal moment, Omega became the sole supplier of watches for NASA’s Human Space Flight Program, supporting the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo missions. As the eyes of the world watched Apollo 11 in 1969, every detail, including the timekeeping, had to be flawless. Omega’s watches proved not only reliable but essential to the success of these historic endeavours.
History Is MadeNeil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin’s lunar walk on 21 July 1969, marked a turning point in human exploration, and Omega’s timepieces played a critical role in ensuring precision timing throughout. Their achievements resonate even 55 years later, underscoring the enduring legacy of Omega’s association with mankind’s greatest accomplishments in space.
Today, Omega continues to honour its role in this extraordinary chapter of history. The Speedmaster Professional remains an enduring symbol of innovation, precision, and adventure. As Omega reflects on the 55th anniversary of Apollo 11, it proudly celebrates its heritage of timing mankind’s most significant moments and looks forward to new horizons in space exploration and beyond.
