Spacewalk and Altitude Records
and his crew reached an altitude of 870 miles, surpassing the and setting a new record for human distance from Earth since the . This feat was part of the mission's ambitious goals.
The mission marked the first-ever private spacewalk, with Isaacman and 's stepping outside the capsule, equipped with new SpaceX spacesuits designed for extravehicular activity (EVA).
Mission Objectives and Challenges
Polaris Dawn aimed to conduct over 30 scientific experiments, focusing on astronaut health and testing new communication technologies, including SpaceX's laser-based communication in space.
The mission faced several delays due to weather and technical issues but ultimately launched successfully, demonstrating the challenges and meticulous planning involved in private space exploration.