On Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 2:23:22 AM UTC+2, Scott Kozel wrote:

That is far short of outer space, which is commonly regarded as starting at 100
km or 62 miles.

It's also a extremely long way away from orbit, which is a matter of velocity not altitude.

Translation: this is another way of parting (rich) fools with their money. They'll get some nice photos, a pair of almost real-gold, almost-astronaut-wings, and a huge bill. And everyone in the real space industry will laugh at them behind their backs. Although some industry insiders might just laugh in their faces.

Regards
Frank