Private Astronauts Capture Stunning Views of North and South Poles from Space
Private astronauts on SpaceX’s Fram2 mission made history by witnessing the North and South Poles from space. One of the astronauts, Chun Wang, shared a mesmerizing video of Antarctica from 460 km above, showcasing the pure white landscape with no visible human activity. The video was captured through Dragon’s Cupola, a glass observation window on the Crew Dragon spacecraft, providing panoramic views of Earth and space.
Social media users were awestruck by the video, with comments like “incredible,” “amazing view,” and “breathtaking.” The mission, commanded by Wang, also includes pilot Rabea Rogge, vehicle commander Jannicke Mikkelsen, and medical officer Eric Phillips. Wang is a cryptocurrency magnate, Mikkelsen is a filmmaker, Rogge is an engineer and scientist, and Phillips is an adventurer who has led ski expeditions to the poles.
This mission marks the first-ever human spaceflight to circle Earth over its poles, offering a unique perspective of our planet. The video has sparked curiosity and admiration among viewers, leaving many in awe of the beauty and vastness of Antarctica as seen from space.
