(Episode first aired 4th August 2022 - audio only)
In Episode 44, Ben chats to Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Space Perspective, Jane Poynter. Setting a new bar in out-of-this-world thrilling experiences, as soon as late 2024 Space Perspective plans to take Space Explorers to space inside Spaceship Neptune’s pressurised capsule propelled by a high-performance SpaceBalloon; without using rocket fuel or high G forces. Space Explorers see the world anew through its vast windows, 450 miles in any direction. The ultra-comfortable, accessible and gentle six-hour journey redefines space travel.
Ben and Jane discuss how they are ensuring safety is a priority, the importance of sustainability in Space tourism and what guests will be able to do on the 6 hour journey to Space!
Subjects Discussed:
What is Space Perspective?
Is it safer than rockets?
Personal parachutes required?
Smoothness of experience
The bar!
Flight preparation
Biosphere 2
Experience effect
Worlds only carbon neutral spacecraft!
First crewed mission
Predicting landing zone
Why land at sea?
Long term aspirations for Space Perspective
Equitable opportunities for all to go to Space
Jane’s experience pre Space Perspective
World Record Jump - Alan Eustace
Would Jane ‘quality test’?
The big question - a toilet on board?
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