SpaceX Sends Billionaire on Historic Private Spacewalk 🌌

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Summary:

  1. Historic Spacewalk Mission
    Billionaire tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman is attempting the first private spacewalk during a SpaceX mission, aiming to surpass previous altitude records. The mission will test new spacesuits designed for the harsh conditions of space.

  2. Flight Details
    Isaacman and his crew launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, targeting an altitude of 870 miles (1,400 kilometers). The spacewalk is scheduled for Thursday, with the crew spending 10 hours at this high altitude before lowering their orbit.

  3. Suit Testing and Safety
    The spacewalk will be conducted outside the Dragon capsule, which will be depressurized for the event. Isaacman and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis will wear custom spacesuits, tethered to the capsule to ensure safety.

Read more at: Associated Press