Memorial Spaceflights

Perseverance Flight

Honor your loved one’s life and memory with a historic memorial spaceflight experience—send their DNA or a portion of their cremated remains aboard Perseverance Flight and receive their returned flight capsule as a celestial keepsake.

About the Perseverance Flight

The Perseverance Flight is the only memorial spaceflight that will return your loved one's flown capsule back to you as a cherished keepsake.

As part of Celestis' pioneering Earth Rise Service series, this launch-orbit-return mission is scheduled for 2025 from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket and The Exploration Company’s Nyx orbital recovery vehicle.

During the flight, the Perseverance will achieve Low Earth Orbit, traveling at 17,000 miles per hour, and complete two to three full orbits around Earth before gently re-entering the atmosphere. The memorial capsules will land safely in the Pacific Ocean, where they will be recovered and returned to you as a lasting tribute to your loved one’s journey among the stars.

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Earth Rise Service #10

Celestis Memorial Spaceflight: #25
Mission Name: Perseverance Flight
Mission Status: Open For Reservations
Launch Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
Launch Date: June 2025

Launch Experience

The Perseverance memorial spaceflight is a unique way to honor a life well-lived, creating a legacy that will be remembered forever. We invite you to witness the launch and join us for a memorial service during a three-day event set against the serene backdrop of California’s stunning coastline, where together we will celebrate the lives of those on board.

Memorial Service
Attend the dedicated memorial service, an event that brings together people from all over the world who share thoughts and remembrances of the loved ones on board.
Local Sightseeing
Participate in a three-day launch event in Lompoc, California near Vandenberg SFB, in the beautiful Central California wine country and visit other local attractions.
Launch Day
"Three, two, one, we have liftoff!" Experience the power and emotion of liftoff as the rocket launches, carrying your loved one aboard.

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Secure a Place on This Historic Memorial Spaceflight

Perseverance Flight is the first memorial spaceflight in history to send ashes or DNA into space, orbit the Earth, and return safely, delivering your loved one’s memorial capsule back into your caring hands. This extraordinary journey ensures their memory will be preserved as a cherished celestial keepsake for generations to come. Reservations are closing soon, and space is limited. Click below to learn more and reserve your loved one’s place among the stars.

Price: $3,495

Payment plans are available. Reservations close November 1, 2024

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A Journey Beyond Earth: A Space Burial to Honor Their Memory

Honoring your loved one in a way that truly reflects their legacy can provide a profound sense of peace and fulfillment.

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About Celestis

For 30 years, Celestis has pioneered memorial spaceflights, offering a unique way to honor loved ones by sending their ashes or DNA into space. With 23 successful missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, and deep space, we are the most experienced provider of space burials. Trusted by families worldwide, and fully licensed by the FAA, Celestis ensures a safe, dignified, and meaningful final journey among the stars.

30+ Years of Service
Proudly pioneering memorial spaceflights since 1994, offering families around the globe a unique and meaningful way to honor their loved ones.
23 Successful Missions
Completed 23 memorial spaceflights to destinations including Earth orbit, the Moon, and deep space, each meticulously planned and executed.
Over 1,200 Participants Honored
More than 1,200 individuals from diverse backgrounds—including veterans, astronauts, artists, and scientists—have chosen a final journey among the stars.
0% Environmental Impact
All Celestis missions comply with international guidelines, ensuring zero orbital debris and environmentally responsible practices.
98% Customer Satisfaction
With nearly all clients reporting a meaningful and positive experience, Celestis has built a reputation for compassionate service and exceptional care.
100% FAA Approved
Every Celestis mission is fully licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), reflecting our commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
 
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