24 May 2021
Virgin Galactic makes first flight to space from New Mexico
... of our most sacred symbols, central to the Pueblo of Zia,” said Governor Frederick Medina. “We are pleased that Virgin Galactic reached out to our Pueblo for permission to utilize this iconic symbol of the state of New Mexico. It is an honor...
22 June 2020
Virgin Galactic announces an agreement with NASA for private orbital spaceflight to the ISS
... travel, allowing passengers to become familiar with the environment in space, such as G-forces and zero-G. Spaceport America, Virgin Galactic’s home base, will be utilized for some elements of the training program, using the facilities designed for...
10 July 2019
Virgin Galactic to become the first publicly traded commercial human spaceflight company
... billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya owning a 49 percent stake of the combined company whereas Sir Richard and other shareholders of Virgin Galactic will own 51 percent. The merger means that there is now a way for regular investors to buy directly...
10 January 2020
Virgin Galactic's second spaceship completes a major build milestone
... as experience curve benefits were reported as the reasons behind the swift progress of this second build. Meanwhile, Virgin Galactic boss Richard Branson took to Twitter to congratulate the team behind the build. “Congratulations to the team as the...
06 March 2017
Virgin Galactic announces its new space venture - Virgin Orbit
... launching service that will complement the company’s growing suite of space ventures. Previously conducted as a division of Virgin Galactic, Virgin Orbit proposes to offer flexible, reliable and low cost launch services for small satellites via the...
26 February 2020
Demand soars for space flights with Virgin Galactic
... Capital Hedosophia (SCH). Following its earnings report, Virgin Galactic shares fell more than 5 percent during after hours...edge of space should register their interest now, say Virgin Galactic, as Small Step registrations are limited. Click here ...
