Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez fly to space in first all-female mission since 1963
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Blue Origin launched its first all-female crew to suborbital space on April 14, 2025. The NS-31 mission included singer Katy Perry, journalist Lauren Sánchez, and four others. The 10-minute flight reached over 100 km altitude, allowing brief weightlessness. This was the first all-female spaceflight since 1963. Crew members reported feeling profound connections to Earth after landing. The flight showcased Blue Origin's space tourism service, competing with Virgin Galactic for suborbital experiences.
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