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Wally Funk, Oldest Woman to Fly to Space, Dies at 87

Jul 26, 2026 · 0:02:47

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Aviator Wally Funk, who dreamed of space, dies at 87.
Funk flew on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket after decades.
Remembering a trailblazing woman who defied limitations.

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American journalist · 3 podcast appearances

American aviator and astronaut (1939–2026) · 2 podcast appearances

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