British Paralympian could be first astronaut with physical disability to live in orbit

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John McFall, a British Paralympian and member of the European Space Agency astronaut reserve, may become the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit. This follows a UK Space Agency agreement with US startup Vast to send missions to the Haven-1 commercial space station planned for launch in 2027.

John McFall prepares for mission to Haven-1 space station after UK Space Agency signs deal with US startup Vast A British Paralympian and surgeon could become the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit after the government signed a deal with a US company that is building a small commercial space station. John McFall, a member of the European Space Agency (Esa) astronaut reserve, was cleared for activities in orbit last year and could take part in a mission to the Haven-1 space station soon after its proposed launch in 2027. Continue reading...