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Wally Funk’s Historic Space Journey | Butte News
Jeff Bezos soared into space aboard his Blue Origin rocket, joining a select crew that included his younger brother and aviation trailblazer Wally Funk—now 82, the oldest person ever to travel to space. Funk’s journey was the triumphant culmination of a lifetime of breaking barriers: first female airframe inspector for the U.S. military, first female FAA inspector, and a pilot with over 5,600 flight hours. Her legacy, marked by intelligence, independence, and a passion for empowering others, deeply resonated with Bezos, who praised her for proving space was accessible and safe for all. Her…
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