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Virgin Galactic Achieves Landmark First Commercial Spaceflight

    On Virgin Galactic's inaugural commercial flight, a team comprising three Italian researchers and a Virgin Galactic staff member embarked on a cosmic journey to the outer reaches of Earth's atmosphere (Courtesy: Virgin Galactic). I n a momentous achievement for Virgin Galactic, the company successfully completed its inaugural commercial spaceflight. The historic event marks a significant milestone in the realm of space exploration. During the mission, Virgin Galactic's spacecraft soared through the atmosphere, surpassing the boundary of space and offering an awe-inspiring glimpse of our planet from above. The view, a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance, left spectators in awe. The Virgin Galactic team, comprising dedicated professionals and visionaries, demonstrated unwavering commitment and tireless efforts to turn the dream of space travel into a tangible reality. Their remarkable achievements have propelled us into a new era of space exploration. The firs...

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