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1. Which organization is conducting the Polaris Dawn mission aiming for an orbital altitude of 870 miles?
SpaceX is leading the Polaris Dawn mission, which aims to achieve an orbital altitude of 870 miles, marking the highest since the 1970s. This mission is notable for including the first commercial spacewalk and conducting experiments on the effects of space travel on human health. Scheduled to launch from Florida using a Falcon 9 rocket, the mission represents a significant advancement in commercial space exploration capabilities, pushing boundaries and expanding possibilities in modern spaceflight.