Virgin Galactic Reveals Boeing 747 For LauncherOne

Credit: Virgin Galactic
SAN AN TONIO — Looking for a large carrier aircraft to meet increased payload requirements of potential customers for its LauncherOne satellite lifter, Virgin Galactic decided on a Boeing 747 and knew just where to find one. The space start-up says it will use a 747-400 formerly operated by its...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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