Question 1

What rocket is launching Galactic 01?

Accepted Answer

Galactic 01 is launching on the SpaceShipTwo.

Question 2

Who is launching Galactic 01?

Accepted Answer

Galactic 01 is being launched by Virgin Galactic, a private launch provider founded in 2004.

Question 3

Where is Galactic 01 launching from?

Accepted Answer

Galactic 01 is launching from Spaceport America at Air launch to Suborbital flight.

Question 4

What orbit is Galactic 01 heading to?

Accepted Answer

Galactic 01 is heading to Suborbital (Sub).

Question 5

Is the SpaceShipTwo reusable?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the SpaceShipTwo is designed to be reused, with boosters that can fly multiple missions.

Question 6

How many times has the SpaceShipTwo flown?

Accepted Answer

The SpaceShipTwo has launched 67 times to date, with 62 successful flights.

Question 7

What is the Galactic 01 mission?

Accepted Answer

Research mission for the Italian Air Force, first commercial Virgin Galactic mission.

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