"The sensation of weightlessness is indescribable, because there is literally nothing else that feels like that. If you have ever dreamt of flying without wings then that is the closest you'll get to it."
"From the space station, we have an optical horizon of about 9,600km, which means that you can see from around the southern UK to northern Africa in one view."
"I was at the International Space Station, which is about 400km from Earth, whereas they're going hundreds of thousands of kilometres into orbit."
"I always tell my daughter that it's like you are covered with pixie dust from Peter Pan."
Luca Parmitano describes his experiences living 400km above Earth, emphasizing the joy of space and the unique sensations of weightlessness. He reflects on his time aboard the International Space Station and the breathtaking views of Earth. Parmitano notes the adaptability of humans to weightlessness and shares his excitement about the Artemis II crew's journey. He highlights the incredible optical horizon from the space station, allowing for stunning views of Earth, particularly the interaction of water and land, which captivates him as a Sicilian.
Read at Irish Independent
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