Pop singer Katy Perry joined a group of five inspiring women on a historic space mission promoted by Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, last Monday (14). The flight marked a milestone: the first all-female space journey in over 60 years.
In addition to Katy Perry, the flight included Lauren Sanchez — Jeff Bezos’ fiancée — CBS host Gayle King, former NASA scientist Aisha Bowe, activist and scientist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn. All boarded Blue Origin’s New Shepard spacecraft, which launched from West Texas at 9:31 a.m. (Eastern Time).
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Spaceflight beyond the Kármán Line
During the suborbital flight, Katy Perry and the crew surpassed 100 km in altitude, crossing the Kármán Line, considered the official boundary of space. In a journey lasting approximately 11 minutes, the passengers experienced a short period of weightlessness before safely returning to Earth. The event was broadcast live by Blue Origin.
Since the start of the company’s civilian space tourism program in 2021, 58 people have traveled to space aboard the New Shepard. The vehicle is capable of carrying up to six passengers on short flights beyond Earth’s atmosphere.
How to book a spaceflight with Blue Origin?
Those interested in experiencing space travel with Blue Origin can start the reservation process through the company’s official website. Simply fill out a form with personal information such as name, address, and year of birth. The only requirement is to be 18 years or older. Applicants are also asked to describe their profile in up to 500 words.
To begin the process, a refundable deposit of US$150,000 (about R$877,000, at an approximate exchange rate of R$5.85) is required.
How much does a spaceflight with Blue Origin cost?
The company does not publicly disclose the exact ticket prices for its suborbital flights. However, during its first crewed flight in 2021, one seat was auctioned for an impressive US$28 million. Meanwhile, competitor Virgin Galactic offers spaceflights priced between US$200,000 and US$450,000.
Do celebrities fly for free?
Despite the high costs, some celebrities fly for free as guests of the company. Famous examples include actor William Shatner (Star Trek) and host Michael Strahan, who flew as “special guests.”
According to Roman Chiporukha, co-founder of the space tourism agency SpaceVIP, the criteria are not always financial: “It’s about who you are, your social capital, and whether you align with the mission’s values. It’s a full package.”
In fact, during the recent April flight, some passengers flew for free, according to a CNN report. Blue Origin chose not to disclose who paid and who did not for the experience.
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