Human spaceflight represents one of the most remarkable achievements in science and engineering. From Yuri Gagarin’s first flight in 1961 to missions aboard the International Space Station (ISS), it has opened the path for long-term human presence in space.

• 1961: Yuri Gagarin becomes the first human in space (Vostok 1).
• 1969: Neil Armstrong walks on the Moon (Apollo 11).
• 2000–Now: Continuous human presence on the ISS.
• 2020s: Private missions by SpaceX (Inspiration4, Axiom Space).

Astronauts aboard the ISS follow strict routines that include exercise, experiments, communication with Earth, and maintenance. Living in microgravity affects bones, muscles, vision, and the immune system—making health monitoring essential.

The International Space Station (ISS) is the largest human-made structure in space, serving as a research lab and a testbed for future missions to the Moon and Mars. Projects like Lunar Gateway and Starship aim to expand living spaces beyond Earth.

• Artemis Missions: NASA’s program to land humans on the Moon again by mid-2020s.
• Mars Missions: Crewed missions are being designed for the 2030s.
• Space Tourism: Companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic are enabling civilians to visit space.

Human spaceflight continues to inspire generations while laying the foundation for interplanetary living. With rising private participation and international collaboration, the dream of becoming a multi-planetary species is closer than ever.