Virgin Galactic VSS Unity VF-01 SpaceShipTwo
Meet the Astronaut Crew
Michael Masucci
| Role | Pilot |
|---|---|
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 12/11/2013 |
| Last Flight | 11/02/2023 |
Mike “Sooch” Masucci was a former U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel and U2 test pilot.
David Mackay
| Birthday | 01/01/1957 |
|---|---|
| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | United Kingdom |
| First Flight | 06/29/2012 |
| Last Flight | 07/11/2021 |
Astronaut David William Donald Mackay AFC is the British Chief Pilot of Virgin Galactic, and a former RAF test pilot. He is ...
Beth Moses
| Birthday | 05/30/1980 |
|---|---|
| Role | Passenger |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 02/22/2019 |
| Last Flight | 10/06/2023 |
Beth Moses is Chief Astronaut Instructor and Interiors Program Manager for Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo program, and is a c...
About the VSS Unity VF-01 Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Suborbital |
Powered test flight of VSS Unity. Carried a third crew member in the passenger cabin for the first time.
Launch Pad & Location
Mojave Air and Space Port
Air launch to Suborbital flight
| Launches | 53 |
|---|---|
| Total Launches | 86 |
Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo Rocket
The Scaled Composites Model 339 SpaceShipTwo (SS2) is an air-launched suborbital spaceplane type designed for space tourism. It is manufactured by The Spaceship Company, a California-based company owned by Virgin Galactic.
About Virgin Galactic
Virgin Galactic is an American spaceflight company within the Virgin Group. It is developing commercial spacecraft and aims to provide suborbital spaceflights to space tourists. Virgin Galactic's suborbital spacecraft are air launched from beneath a carrier airplane known as White Knight Two.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 launch scheduled?
The Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 mission launch from?
The Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo rocket launched from Mojave Air and Space Port at Air launch to Suborbital flight.
What rocket was used for the VSS Unity VF-01 mission?
The VSS Unity VF-01 mission launched aboard a Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo rocket. The Scaled Composites Model 339 SpaceShipTwo (SS2) is an air-launched suborbital spaceplane type designed for space tourism. It is manufactured by The Spaceship Company, a California-based company owned by Virgin Galactic. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 launch?
The Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo VSS Unity VF-01 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the VSS Unity VF-01 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Virgin Galactic live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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