Michaela “Michi” Benthaus

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Blue Origin’s NS-37 didn’t just sell a seat—it put accessibility over the Kármán line

Completed NS-37; public face of disability-inclusive commercial spaceflight

On December 20, 2025, Blue Origin flew New Shepard NS-37—and a line quietly snapped. Michaela "Michi" Benthaus became the first wheelchair user to cross the Kármán line, float free in microgravity, and come home safely.

Updated May 15

Notable Quotes

“You should never give up on your dreams.” — Benthaus, post-flight remarks in Blue Origin coverage

from Blue Origin’s NS-37 didn’t just sell a seat—it put accessibility over the Kármán line · Updated May 15

“It was the coolest experience ever, honestly.” — Benthaus, post-flight comments reported by Houston Chronicle

from Blue Origin’s NS-37 didn’t just sell a seat—it put accessibility over the Kármán line · Updated May 15