A British Paralympian and surgeon may soon make history as the first astronaut with a physical disability to live in orbit, following a UK-US commercial space station agreement.
He could take part in a mission to Haven-1 space station in 2027
Jun 02, 2026
05:32 pm
What's the storyJohn McFall, a UK Paralympian and surgeon, may soon become the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit.
The European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut reserve member was cleared for orbital activities last year.
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