On Monday, Blue Origin successfully launched an all-female crew, including celebrities like Katy Perry and journalist Gayle King, marking its 11th crewed mission. This mission has ignited discussions about space tourism's accessibility and whether such suborbital flights qualify as true space travel. Critics label the venture a publicity stunt for Jeff Bezos, while others ponder the implications of billions in private hands shaping space exploration. Despite celebrating gender representation—first since Valentina Tereshkova in 1963—there's concern over whether this is just a playground for the wealthy.
The New Shepard's 11th crewed trip featured an all-female crew including Katy Perry and Gayle King, aiming to represent women's presence in space.
Critics regard the space tourism venture as a publicity stunt, highlighting the disparity it creates, as only the ultra-wealthy can afford such experiences.
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