SpaceX recently made a groundbreaking announcement that they will be launching the first-ever human spaceflight over the Earth’s poles, marking a historic moment in space exploration. This mission, named “Fram2,” will be led by Chun Wang, a Chinese-born cryptocurrency entrepreneur, who will be joined by a polar explorer, a roboticist, and a filmmaker. The crew will fly aboard Crew Dragon Endurance, equipped with a cupola for photography and filming, as they journey over the north and south poles.
Chun Wang’s journey to becoming a billionaire through bitcoin mining in 2021 has led him to pursue his passion for space exploration. His vision for the Fram2 mission is to push the boundaries of human spaceflight and increase humanity’s understanding of the Earth’s poles. Wang’s crew members, Jannicke Mikkelsen, Eric Philips, and Rabea Rogge, each bring their unique expertise to the mission, ranging from film directing to polar adventuring and robotics research.
The mission is timed to coincide with the summer solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, providing maximum lighting for photography and filming. This mission follows SpaceX’s previous free-flying missions, including the Inspiration4 mission in 2021 and the upcoming Polaris Dawn mission. The Fram2 mission aims to inspire future generations and showcase the possibilities of commercial space travel.
Jannicke Mikkelsen expressed her excitement about the opportunity to become a commercial astronaut, highlighting her personal journey of overcoming physical challenges to pursue her dream of space exploration. With each crew member bringing their expertise and passion for exploration, the Fram2 mission promises to be a groundbreaking moment in space history.
As the crew prepares for their historic flight over the Earth’s poles, they are poised to make new discoveries and inspire others to reach for the stars. The Fram2 mission represents a significant milestone in human space exploration, opening up new possibilities for commercial space travel and inspiring future generations of explorers.
