British former Paralympian John McFall, 45, is being considered for a potential mission that could make him the first person with a physical disability to live and work in space. Multiple outlets report that the UK Space Agency has signed an agreement with Vast, a US commercial space company, as part of plans involving the Haven-1 space station. McFall, an ESA astronaut reserve and a former Paralympic athlete, is described as having been cleared for spaceflight activities in orbit last year. Coverage also states that his participation would depend on mission timelines and the proposed availability of Haven-1. The suggested launch period varies by outlet, with some reporting a possible departure as soon as next year, while others cite a proposed launch in 2027. Phys.org highlights that the mission would involve significant medical and physiological challenges tied to his amputation, but the overall reporting agrees that the key development is the UK-US deal and McFall’s readiness status. If the mission proceeds, he would travel to and operate from the Haven-1 station.