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Virgin Orbit will soon use its modified Boeing 747 to launch satellites into orbit using a rocket strapped to the wing — here's how it works
The Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747 turned Virgin Orbit aerial launch platform aims to give companies an easy way to launch satellites into orbit. (www.businessinsider.com) More...
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Don't forget to detach before powering the rocket!
This aircraft was Virgin Atlantic's G-VWOW and was bought/transferred from Virgin Atlantic four years ago.
Was fun watching drop tests from it in 2018. Chief pilot has quite a resume handling the Shuttle 747 and NASA SOPHIA
How is this any better than Northrup Grumman's L1011/Pegasus rocket that has been flying for years?
This thing can take off from anywhere a 747 can. Unfortunately Stargazer must takeoff from a facility that has support, and craft checkout facilities.
That and Northrup was kind of hog tied, by the forces, due to Pegasus's original intent.
That and Northrup was kind of hog tied, by the forces, due to Pegasus's original intent.
It's not. Billionaire's boondoggle...
