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Paralympian John McFall Prepares for Historic Space Mission

2/17/2025

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John McFall, a trailblazing former Paralympian, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by being certified for a long-duration space mission with the European Space Agency (ESA). As he enters the Mission Ready phase, he will focus on hardware certification and explore exciting scientific research aboard the ISS, paving the way for astronauts with disabilities to reach for the stars.

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John McFall, a trailblazing former Paralympian, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by being certified for a long-duration space mission with the European Space Agency (ESA). As he enters the Mission Ready phase, he will focus on hardware certification and explore exciting scientific research aboard the ISS, paving the way for astronauts with disabilities to reach for the stars.