Six women, among them pop superstar Katy Perry and Lauren Sánchez, fiancée of Jeff Bezos, recently embarked on an extraordinary journey, soaring past the boundary of space aboard a spacecraft launched by Blue Origin.
The group’s ascent carried them over 100 kilometers – commonly recognized as the edge of space – offering a breathtaking perspective of our planet. This marks a significant moment in commercial space tourism, showcasing expanding access to suborbital flights for individuals.
Here’s what we know about the mission:
- Participants: The flight included Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, and four other women.
- Altitude Reached: The vessel exceeded 100 kilometers above Earth’s surface.
- Operator: Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, facilitated the mission.
“It was an incredible experience,” Perry reportedly stated after the flight, adding that it provided a unique and humbling view of Earth.
This venture underscores the growing trend of private companies offering space travel experiences and highlights the increasing interest in witnessing our planet from beyond its atmosphere.
