While the world is constantly changing, so do the society and technology. They are shifting so fast that everything now seems easier and accessible. Who could imagine that anybody would be able to reach the sky today? For several decades after the first incredible experience of humans flying aboard a spacecraft to land on planetary body, currently even non-astronauts can enjoy such a memorable journey once in their lifetime.

Today, the space tourism industry is evolving. Three outstanding space companies are now competing on launching their first tourist spacecraft. This is to grant everyone the possibility to fly to space. These companies include Blue Origin founded by Jeff Bezos, Space X of Elon Musk and Virgin Galactic created by Richard Branson.

Very recently, the man behind Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos, the known richest man in the world and also founder and CEO of the multinational technology company Amazon has announced his spaceflight plans. On July 20th, Jeff Bezos will be flying aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard spacecraft and will be joined by five other people including his brother. For the first time in 60 years in American history since Alan Shepard became the first American astronaut to travel in space, spaceflights for tourists are now available. Besides the new Shepard, Elon Musk is also promoting Space X “Dragon” for tourists, the space shuttle which has already completed its first successful crewed flight on the Crew Dragon modules in August 2020.

Get ready for your unforgettable journey on space!

Getting into space is now made possible for those who are desirous of joining the space crew, and for those who have the means! These days, it has become more of a reality for non-astronauts to seize that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to put themselves in the shoes of astronauts. This is just a dream come true!

Since private companies are all rushing to carry passengers into space, they also prepare them for the flight. Going to space is not something that should be taken for granted. Not only do you attempt to wander the universe, which may be a scary thing; but also you ignore how you will cope with such an experience totally new to you. Therefore, you need to get well-prepared for it and be willing to follow the training.

Generally, trainings depend on each space company. Blue Origin, for example, is convinced that passengers will be able to learn what it takes in space only the day before their flight. This means, it only comes to a one-day training. However, there is not denying that it can take up to two years of training to become a fully qualified astronaut and understand the basics around the spaceflight. This may be ironical, but it is true to say that today, anybody can be an astronaut in only one day. At any rate, who would not want to reach the stars and experience zero gravity? So, take your chance because as Space Training Academy rightly says: “The sky is not your limit anymore!" Get your money ready, the space is waiting for you!

Sources: The Washington Post/BBC Sky at Night Magazine/ Blue Origin