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LauncherOne Orbits NASA Payloads in 2nd Launch Attempt

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Tom Patton
Jan 18, 2021
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California-based satellite launch company Virgin Orbit has confirmed that its LauncherOne rocket successfully reached space during its second launch demonstration over the weekend. The mission deployed 10 payloads for NASA’s Launch Services Program (LSP).

“Virgin Orbit has achieved something many thought impossible. It was so inspiring to see our special…

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