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WATCH | Floating like an astronaut for a day

17 September 2021 - 13:22 By Reuters
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While billionaires blast off into space, there’s a less expensive alternative for those who want to experience zero gravity: a 90-minute trip on board the G-Force One for $7,500 per person.

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