On April 14, 2025, Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, successfully completed the NS-31 mission, marking a milestone as the first all-female manned spaceflight since 1963.
The crew consisted of six prominent female history-makers: singer Katy Perry, journalist Lauren Sanchez, broadcaster Gayle King, engineer Aisha Bowe, activist Amanda Nguyen and producer Kerianne Flynn.
NS-31 mission details
The suborbital flight lifted off from Blue Origin’s launch site in Texas at 8:30 a.m. local time.
For approximately 11 minutes, the New Shepard capsule reached the Kármán line, the recognized limit of space at 100 km altitude, allowing the crew members to experience weightlessness for a few minutes.
The ship landed safely in the Chihuahuan Desert, where Jeff Bezos greeted the crew.
Crewmember profile
Katy Perry: First singer to travel to space, UNICEF ambassador and founder of the Firework organization. She expressed her desire to inspire her daughter and future generations with this experience.
Lauren Sanchez: Journalist, pilot and vice president of the Bezos Earth Fund. She was instrumental in organizing the mission, highlighting the importance of female representation in space exploration.
Gayle King: Renowned journalist and CBS Mornings anchor, known for generating impactful conversations in society.
Aisha Bowe: Aerospace engineer and former NASA researcher, founder of companies dedicated to technology education.
Amanda Nguyen: Scientist specializing in bioastronautics, activist for the rights of victims of sexual violence and Nobel Peace Prize nominee.
Kerianne Flynn: A film producer and social activist, she has worked on documentaries about the history of women in Hollywood and the struggle for equal pay.
Impact and reception
The NS-31 flight has been widely celebrated for its symbolism in promoting gender equality in space exploration.
The presence of public figures such as Oprah Winfrey and members of the Kardashian family at the event underscores its cultural relevance.
However, there have also been critics who question the glamorous focus of the event, arguing that it could divert attention from the real challenges in the space industry and in the fight for gender equality.
The flight lasted 11 minutes and was the first all-female crewed mission since 1963
They made history
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Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission represents a significant step toward inclusion and diversity in space exploration.
By bringing together women from diverse backgrounds on a historic mission, it sends a powerful message about the role of women in science, technology and beyond.
For the U.S. Hispanic community, this event highlights the importance of representation and provides inspiration for future generations.
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