Virgin Galactic Adds 747 For LauncherOne

By Keith Cowing on December 3, 2015 2:01 PM. Comments

Virgin Galactic Announces 747 Carrier for LauncherOne Orbital Vehicle (with video)

"Virgin Galactic has introduced a 747 to its fleet of vehicles as part of a technical update on its LauncherOne small satellite launch service. The 747-400 commercial jet aircraft, previously operated by Virgin Atlantic under the nickname 'Cosmic Girl,' will provide a dedicated launch platform for the LauncherOne orbital vehicle."

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