First Mexican-Born Woman in Space Due to Launch Soon Kelly E. - NewsBreak
go to original May 30, 2022

The Blue Origin flight was due to launch Friday 20th May, but was delayed because of technical issues.

When it does launch in the next few weeks, it will be a history making flight.

Katya Echazarreta, sponsored by Space for Humanity, will be the first ever Mexican-born woman to go into space.

“I am going to space!” Katya posted on Instagram once she was able to announce her news. “Ahh!!! I can’t believe I can finally write those words! So eternally thankful for [Space Humanity] for selecting me from over 7,000 applicants for this mission."

Who Is Katya Echazarreta?

Now living in San Diego, Katya was born in Guadalajara, Mexico. When she was 7-years-old, her family moved to the US.

"Growing up in the US was difficult at first due to the language barrier, but I worked hard and was a fluent English speaker within two years," says Katya on her website.

"My mom instilled a strong work ethic in me since childhood and always encouraged me to follow my passions."

And that's exactly what she's done.

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