Virgin creates new spinoff company dedicated to launching small satellites

Virgin Galactic may be best known for its space tourism ventures, but the organization is also aiming to become a dedicated satellite launch provider, as well. Today, the VirginGroup announced a new spinoff company that will be focused on launching satellites. Called Virgin Orbit, the new company will include the LauncherOne program, an initiative that involves launching small satellites from under the wing of a 747 airplane.
Launching small satellites from under the wing of a 747 airplane
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