Virgin Galactic to Launch First Commercial Spaceflights This Month

Virgin Galactic has confirmed that its first commercial spaceflight, Galactic 01, will launch between June 27th and June 30th, carrying three people from Italy's Air Force and National Research Council as they conduct microgravity research. The company already has follow-up flights scheduled, with Galactic 02 expected to launch in early August. Virgin has operated at a loss for years, losing more than $500 million just in 2022, but commercial service will give the company a significant source of revenue.