Q&A Zero-G Corporation
Equalizing access to microgravity experiences Michelle Peters, Director of Research and Education, Zero-G Corporation
As we approach what many experts believe to be a space tourism boom, parabolic microgravity providers are seeing a new wave of interest. Thrill-seekers, astronauts-in-training, and academics are seizing upon zero-gravity simulation experiences in anticipation of the NewSpace era maturing. Zero-G Corporation is one such provider and their business is rapidly expanding. Michelle Peters, Director of Research and Education at the company shares the business’ position in the growing space ecosystem.
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Question: Zero-G Corporation offers a zero-gravity parabolic flight experience for $8,200. Could you walk us through that service? Michelle Peters: This is our standard service which we offer to individuals as well as government, universities, and NASA associates for anything from entertainment to equipment testing, to specialty training exercises. We take off just like a commercial carrier, then get up around 10,000 feet. Our mission airspace is set aside by the ATC (air traffic control). Everyone is set up with cameras, thanks to our handy videographer, and our zero gravity coaches help everyone through the experience. We work with 12-14 passengers at once, with two FAA-certified flight attendants to oversee safety and communicate with the cockpit. We’ve seen some people come through who are set to be involved in the upcoming Orbital Reef Project, as well as other missions to the Moon and Mars. Our portfolio is quite varied, and we see all sorts of people coming through.
The Zero-G plane. Photo courtesy Zero-G
