Today's 'Galactic 06'flight marked the first time all four seats aboard VSS Unity were occupied by private astronauts.
Onboard 'Galactic 06': Astronaut 023 - Lina Borozdina,
Astronaut 024 -
Astronaut 025 -
Astronaut 026 -
Today's launch was watched from the ground at Spaceport America by more than 150 guests alongside
VSS Unity was commanded by C.J. Sturckow with pilot
'Galactic 06'Flight Facts
Take-off Time:
Altitude at Release: 44,493 ft
Apogee: 55.2 miles
Top Speed: Mach 2.98
Landing Time:
The Company's next mission, expected in the second quarter of 2024, will include both a researcher and private astronauts. More information on that mission will be announced soon.
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