Virgin Orbit’s Failed Launch a Setback for U.K.’s Space Industry
When a Virgin Orbit rocket fell short of orbit, it dealt a blow to Britain’s space program and the companies whose satellites were lost in the mission.
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Britain Is on the Verge of Its First Satellite Launch
A rocket launched from a Virgin Orbit jumbo jet is expected to put satellites into orbit, a step for Britain into the space launch business.