Custom Flight Suits for Commercial Space Travel
April 23, 2026 at 22:14
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- Vast introduces tailored astronaut suits for space missions
- A Swiss wristwatch has been certified for space use
- Astronauts will wear more Earth-like clothing in orbit
In a significant shift from traditional space attire, Vast is setting new standards for crew clothing aboard its upcoming commercial space station, Haven-1.
The company has unveiled a custom-designed two-piece flight suit that astronauts can wear both in zero gravity and on Earth. Additionally, they've certified a Swiss wristwatch specifically for use on their station.
Drew Feustel, Vast's lead astronaut and a former NASA mission specialist, noted that the emphasis on casual attire stems from improved safety and comfort in modern space environments, allowing astronauts to dress similarly to how they do on Earth.
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