Tag #International Crew

Why did the Fram2 mission choose a southward trajectory, and what were the trade-offs involved?

The Fram2 mission's polar orbit, a first for human spaceflight, was chosen to fulfill the crew's interest in polar exploration, rather than for optimal scientific research. While 22 experiments are planned, many focus on crew health and could be conducted in any orbit. The unusual flight path highlights the increasing accessibility of space through commercial providers.