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Month: April 2013

Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo breaks the sound barrier for the first time

Posted on April 29, 2013August 3, 2024 By Space51Staff No Comments on Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo breaks the sound barrier for the first time
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Virgin Galactic‘s SpaceShipTwo breaks sound barrier in first rocket-powered flight – check out the video: SpaceShipTwo firing its engines Sir Richard said in a statement: “For the first time, we were able to prove the key components of the system, fully integrated and in flight. Today’s supersonic success opens the way for a rapid expansion … Read More “Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo breaks the sound barrier for the first time” »

Welcome to Space 51

Posted on April 14, 2013August 3, 2024 By Space51Staff No Comments on Welcome to Space 51
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Welcome to Space 51, portal for space travel – documenting humanity’s drive to explore and boldly venture out into space, undoubtedly to one day colonize another planet or moon. This first post is merely the humble beginnings of what we hope will help to inspire generations to come to “Look up at the stars and … Read More “Welcome to Space 51” »

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