Virgin Orbit - Launcher One - Tubular Bells: Part One Mission - June 30, 2021
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Following the team’s successful orbital launch demonstration in January 2021, “Tubular Bells: Part One” marks the debut of Virgin Orbit’s commercial service.

Virgin Orbit’s air-launch technology is revolutionizing how we think about and conduct launches to space, offering more flexibility, agility and responsiveness than any traditional ground-based launch system. Our LauncherOne system enables easier access to space for a variety of small satellite makers and operators — including both government and commercial customers alike.
Timing

Takeoff for Virgin Orbit’s Tubular Bells: Part One mission is currently targeted for 6 AM – 8 AM Pacific (13:00 – 15:00 UTC) on Wednesday, June 30th, with additional opportunities for launch throughout early July.
Launch Site
Mojave Air and Space Port
Mojave, California
USA
Orbit

500km Low Earth Orbit (LEO), 60 degrees inclination.

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