On Monday, broadcast journalist Gayle King and singer Katy Perry were set to embark on a historic space trip aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket. This mission is particularly noteworthy as it will feature an all-female crew for the first time since 1963. The flight is scheduled to launch from West Texas and marks the 11th human flight for the New Shepard program, which is known for providing a brief experience of weightlessness. Notably, Bezos' fiancée Lauren Sanchez will also join them on this trailblazing journey into space.
The flight operated by Jeff Bezos' company, Blue Origin, marks a significant milestone as it features an all-female crew, the first since 1963.
Scheduled to launch from West Texas, the NS-31 mission will be the 11th human flight for the New Shepard program, reaching the Karman line.
With no pilot on board, the New Shepard rocket offers a brief period of weightlessness to its passengers, including media and entertainment personalities.
Participants include Gayle King and Katy Perry, alongside Lauren Sanchez, highlighting a momentous occasion in space travel with influential figures aboard.
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