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In summation, Katy Perry's brief brush with space travel may have been one of glamour and spectacle, but it ultimately fell short of making any substantial impact on the conversation around women in aviation and space exploration. With the U.S. government stepping in to clarify what it truly means to be an astronaut, the fervor surrounding the flight serves as a reminder that publicity stunts, while flashy, can often lead to more confusion than clarity in the burgeoning commercial space industry.
As society navigates the complexities of fame and authenticity, one thing remains certain: when it comes to defining what it really means to be an astronaut, the government isn't afraid to draw the line.