William Shatner Set To Fly On Blue Origin's Second Crewed Launch

William Shatner is set to become the oldest person in space at 90, flying with Blue Origin. The company faces criticism over its culture and safety, with the FAA reviewing allegations from employees. Despite this, Blue Origin defends its safety record. The future of routine space tourism is discussed, with a focus on the upcoming launch and the broader context of the billionaire space race.

Who is set to become the oldest person in space with Blue Origin?

• Audrey Powers

• Jeff Bezos

• Wally Funk

• William Shatner

What is one of the main criticisms faced by Blue Origin?

• Lack of technological innovation

• High ticket prices

• Poor customer service

• Prioritizing launch timelines over safety

How did Blue Origin respond to the allegations made by former employees?

• By ignoring the claims

• By stating they have no tolerance for discrimination

• By delaying the next launch

• By admitting to the issues

What does the aerospace industry analyst suggest about routine space tourist flights?

• They are a few years away

• They will never happen

• They are a little ways off

• They are already common

What is the scheduled time for the upcoming Blue Origin launch?

• 4:00 PM Eastern Time

• 2:00 PM Eastern Time

• 12:00 PM Eastern Time

• 10:00 AM Eastern Time