Dr. Norah Patten, from Co Mayo, is set to become the first Irish astronaut to go to space after being selected for a research mission on board Virgin Galactic's new Delta vehicle.

Dr Norah Patten said: “My mission to become the first Irish person in space is a huge undertaking and I’m grateful to Aer Lingus for their support on my journey.

Trailblazer Norah Patten is about to boldly go where no one from Ireland has gone before - and become the first Irish person in space. The aeronautical engineer from Ballina, Co Mayo, will be part ...

"I'm going to cry look at their wee faces meeting Norah Patten," one said via X. Another added: "Omg Dr Norah Patten is on the #LateLateToyshow loving this science and space segment." ...

Aer Lingus is proud to announce its partnership with Dr Norah Patten as she prepares for her groundbreaking mission to become the first Irish person in space. With a shared commitment to building ...