The New York Times – Travel:
The New Shepard rocket from Blue Origin, which brought 92 people on trips to the edge of space, will cease flying for at least two years as the company prioritizes NASA contracts.
Category: Blue Origin
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Titan Submersible Tragedy Sheds Light on Lack of Safeguards for High-Risk Travel
The New York Times – Travel:
The Titan submersible tragedy spotlights the issues around rescue operations and government oversight as an increasing number of wealthy thrill seekers undertake risky adventures and expeditions.
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How Space Tourism Is Skyrocketing
The New York Times – Travel:
From zero-pressure balloon trips to astronaut boot camps, reservations for getting off the planet — or pretending to — are skyrocketing. The prices, however, are still out of this world.
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Pete Davidson to Join Next Blue Origin Space Flight
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The “Saturday Night Live’’ comedian will be one of six passengers to fly to the edge of space this month with Blue Origin, the rocket company founded by Jeff Bezos.