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virgin galactic's space plane vss unity soars above the new mexican desert during a test flight

How many people can fly on Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo space plane?

By Samantha Mathewson published

Virgin Galactic's first commercial spaceflight, a four-passenger mission, is scheduled to launch on Thursday (June 29). How many people can the company's SpaceShipTwo really carry?

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Portrait images of the crew of Virgin Galactic's first commercial spaceflight mission, Galactic 01; from left to right, Col. Walter Villadei, Pantaleone Carlucci, Lt. Col. Angelo Landolfi, and Colin Bennet

Virgin Galactic's 1st commercial spaceflight launches this week. Meet the 6-person crew of Galactic 01

By Josh Dinner published

Virgin Galactic has announced the crew of its upcoming first commercial spaceflight mission that is set to launch no earlier than June 29.

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Photo of Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity space plane, with the curve of Earth and the blackness of space in the background.

Virgin Galactic to launch its 1st commercial spaceflight on June 29

By Elizabeth Howell published

Virgin Galactic is aiming for no earlier than Thursday (June 29) for the company's first commercial spaceflight aboard its reusable VSS Unity space plane.

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Photo of Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity space plane, with the curve of Earth and the blackness of space in the background.

Virgin Galactic will launch its 1st commercial spaceflight on June 27

By Mike Wall published

Virgin Galactic plans to launch its first commercial spaceflight on June 27, with the second following shortly thereafter in early August.

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Cosmic Girl plane flying high above the ground below and releasing the LauncherOne rocket seen just below the aircraft.

Virgin Orbit: Facts about the bankrupt air-launch provider

By Ed Browne last updated

Reference We take a look at the small satellite launch provider Virgin Orbit, exploring the company's history, how it worked and its ultimate shutdown.

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Virgin Galactic Farnborough Press Event Tent.

Who is Virgin Galactic and what do they do?

By Josh Dinner last updated

Reference Virgin Galactic is offering suborbital flights to anyone with pockets deep enough to buy a seat, and there is a lengthy waitlist.

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Photo of Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity space plane, with the curve of Earth and the blackness of space in the background.

Virgin Galactic aces final test spaceflight, eyes start of commercial service in June

By Mike Wall published

Virgin Galactic aced its fifth test flight to suborbital space this morning (May 25), keeping the company on track to start commercial operations next month.

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jamila gilbert in an upside-down cockpit with bubble shelter above and the ground visible in the window

Virgin Galactic's Unity 25 spaceflight in photos (gallery)

By Elizabeth Howell published

Virgin Galactic's Unity 25 spaceflight will see eight crew members work to bring the company back to space. See the flight and training in photos.

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spaceship flying free over the desert

Virgin Galactic ready to launch final test flight to suborbital space today

By Elizabeth Howell last updated

Virgin Galactic is readying to send six people to suborbital space Thursday morning (May 25), on the company's final test flight before starting commercial operations.

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Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity during a free flight in Earth's atmosphere on April 26, 2023.

What time is Virgin Galactic's Unity 25 spaceflight on May 25?

By Tariq Malik published

Virgin Galactic has 9-hour window for its SpaceShipTwo Unity 25 launch to suborbital space on May 25.

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