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Virgin Galactic to launch 'Purdue 1' human spaceflight in 2027
Purdue University, known as the "cradle of astronauts," will send a six-person crew to suborbital space with Virgin Galactic in 2027.
Virgin Galactic's new Delta class space plane could fly as soon as fall 2026
The company is also looking at using its mothership aircraft that releases spacecraft at high altitude as a carrier platform for other customers.
Virgin Galactic on track to start launching customers again in 2026, but seat prices will rise
Virgin Galactic remains on track to bring its new "Delta-class" space plane into commercial service next year, company representatives said.
New Mexico's Spaceport America looks up and into the future
Spaceport America is the first purpose-built commercial spaceport in the world — but its executive director has a portfolio of ideas to further grow the launch complex.
SpaceShipOne: The first private spacecraft
SpaceShipOne was a major turning point for private spaceflight.
Former Virgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides wins seat in US Congress
Former Virgin Galactic CEO and NASA Chief of Staff George Whitesides won his race to represent California's 27th district in the U.S. Congress.
Recruiting the world’s first disabled astronaut doesn't mean space travel is inclusive – here’s how to change that
How can space agencies and “space tourism” companies make spaceflight more inclusive for disabled astronauts?
Richard Branson will co-pilot Space Perspective's 1st crewed balloon flight to edge of Earth's atmosphere
Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson will serve as co-pilot on tourism company Space Perspective's first crewed balloon flight, expected to occur in 2025.
