The last VSS Unity flight test for Virgin Galactic is scheduled for May 25th

The long journey towards space tourism by Virgin Galactic

The company is now anticipating the launch of its final VSS Unity test flight

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on May 25 at 10AM Eastern, with specialised training beginning on May 22.

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Before commercial service starts, the mission will test the technological efficiency

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The business hasn't restricted the official launch to paid service.

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It has repeatedly postponed the rollout, most recently because it proved difficult to upgrade the VMS Eve.

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In July 2021, Virgin launched their first space mission with a full crew.

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