🚀 Ready to book your ticket to space? Chinese startup Deep Blue Aerospace just made that dream a reality! On Thursday, they unveiled plans to launch their first suborbital manned spacecraft in 2027, and guess what? The first two tickets sold out in minutes during a live stream! 😱
During a buzzing event on China's e-commerce platform Taobao, space enthusiasts grabbed the chance to secure their spot among the stars. With a price tag of 1.5 million yuan (about $210,500) for a round trip, it's a hefty sum—but who can put a price on a once-in-a-lifetime journey beyond Earth? 🌍✨
But here's the kicker: during the live event, a massive discount of 500,000 yuan was up for grabs! Talk about a stellar deal! 💫 More tickets are set to go on sale next month, so if you've got your eyes set on the cosmos, keep your countdown timers ready. ⏳
The adventure will blast off aboard Deep Blue Aerospace's reusable rocket, Nebula-1, carrying up to six passengers to soar between 100 to 150 kilometers above our planet. That's right, you'll be crossing the famous Karman line—the boundary between Earth's atmosphere and outer space! 🌠
For approximately 12 minutes, passengers will experience the thrill of a lifetime, including at least five minutes of zero gravity. Imagine floating weightless with the stars as your backdrop! ⭐️ And no worries about the return trip—the spacecraft will bring you back safely with a reliable parachute landing system. 🪂
Deep Blue Aerospace's CEO, Huo Liang, emphasized the importance of reusable rockets in making space travel more accessible. \"With advancements in technology, we can bring the price down to hundreds of thousands of yuan,\" he shared during the live stream. Saving money while reaching for the stars? Yes, please! 🙌
The company is taking safety seriously, dedicating the next three years to tech development and rigorous testing. \"Human life is of utmost importance, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone returns safely,\" Huo promised. Fun fact: he's planning to be one of the passengers on this suborbital journey! 👨🚀
While companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic have been pioneering space tourism, China's not falling behind. In fact, other Chinese companies like CAS Space are also eyeing the stars, aiming to launch their own space travel vehicles in the coming years. The space race is heating up! 🔥
So, are you ready to join the next frontier of adventure? Space is closer than you think! Keep your eyes peeled for the next ticket sale, and maybe we'll see you among the stars! 🛰️🌌
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
