Polaris Dawn astronauts perform historic private spacewalk while wearing SpaceX-made suits
Four private astronauts performed the inaugural commercial spacewalk during the Polaris Dawn mission using a SpaceX Dragon capsule.
MAIN POINTS
- The mission marked the first commercial spacewalk.
- It was part of the Polaris Dawn mission.
- The spacewalk began at 6:12 a.m. ET with oxygen flow.
TAKEAWAYS
- Private space exploration is advancing with commercial spacewalks.
- SpaceX Dragon capsules are facilitating significant space milestones.
- The Polaris Dawn mission includes risky and groundbreaking activities.