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Old 10th August 2024 | 21:19
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bill fly
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Borrowing a Russian capsule

According to astronaut Tim Peake's book Limitless, the Soyuz capsule seats are purpose moulded for each occupant. The body height increase in zero gravity has to be considered too but the chances of a stranger fitting the seat are not good. Then there's the driving (well, procedures, systems knowledge, currency and tech) to contend with - big ask - also for a test pilot.
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