German Engineer's Space Flight: Breaking Barriers
Update: 2025-12-20
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German engineer Michaela Benthaus, paralyzed in a mountain bike accident, became the first wheelchair user to reach space. She flew with Blue Origin, crossing the Kármán line, and was joined by Hans Koenigsmann, a retired SpaceX manager who helped organize the trip. Benthaus entered the capsule using a special bench, highlighting accessibility challenges. After landing, she called it the coolest experience, and Koenigsmann was inspired to finally experience space. Blue Origin added ground equipment to support her, marking their sixteenth tourist launch. Benthauss journey proves passion and ingenuity can overcome barriers in space tourism.
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