Wally Funk Chosen for Blue Origin Space Flight

The video discusses Wally Funk's journey to space at 82, making her the oldest person to do so. It highlights her history with the Mercury 13 program and her extensive flying experience. The video also covers the preparation for the space mission, including medical checks and training, and details about the launch, such as seat allocations and the auction winner. Finally, it describes the experience of space travel, including the weightlessness and return to Earth.

What preparations do astronauts undergo before a space mission?

What is the significance of the auction winner for the space mission?