Once Again Proves Utility of Air-Launch as Quick Option As Last-Minute Payload Delivered Successfully
The most recent satellite launch from Virgin Orbit's LauncherOne rocket has successfully deployed all 7 of its assigned customer satellites after a flawless launch on January 13. The Boeing 747 mothership Cosmic Girl took off from the Mojave Air and Space Port to a launch site over the Pacific before detaching the rocket. LauncherOne successfully ignited and launched into space, delivering its payload into a precise target orbit just over 300 miles in orbit. The mission is the 3rd for the company, quickly on its way to establishing a successful track record of orbital equipment placement for clients around the world.