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Topics related to Stratolaunch Systems, a space transportation venture developing a new air launch to orbit system.
Stratolaunch hypersonic aircraft blasts off from mothership in new test: video
In Stratolaunch’s latest flight trial its Talon-A test vehicle, TA-1, successfully separated from the mothership, Roc, mid-air before…
Stratolaunch executes new flight carrying TA-1 test vehicle with live propellant
Aerospace company, Stratolaunch has completed its second captive carry flight with the first powered Talon-A hypersonic vehicle, TA-1. …
Stratolaunch takes Virgin Orbit’s ex-Boeing 747 for first flight in new livery
Hypersonic aircraft developer Stratolaunch has taken its newly acquired Boeing 747 jet, adorned with its new livery, out…
Stratolaunch secures new contract with USAF for hypersonic flight testing
Stratolaunch has been awarded a new contract by the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to support the…
Unveiling the giants: the Top 10 biggest planes in the world
In the vast expanse of the skies, a select group of colossal aircraft have etched their mark, defying…
Virgin Orbit shuts down, assets auctioned to Rocket Lab, Stratolaunch and Vast
Bankrupt satellite launch company Virgin Orbit is permanently shutting down after its assets, including buildings, test sites and…
Virgin Orbit enters into ‘stalking horse’ agreement with Stratolaunch
Virgin Orbit assets including the “Cosmic Girl” carrier aircraft could soon have a new home after Richard Branson’s…
Stratolaunch’s Roc plane successfully release Talon-A hypersonic test vehicle
Hypersonic aerospace company, Stratolaunch, has reached a major milestone in its pursuit of super-speed travel. On May 13,…
Stratolaunch Roc conducts third flight, prepares for hypersonic tests
Stratolaunch Roc, the world’s largest aircraft by wingspan, has completed its third test flight. The airplane took off…
From A380 to An-225 Mriya: flying the giants | Quiz
Flying the biggest planes that exist is no small feat! Take this quiz and discover the exceptional skills…
Stratolaunch, the world’s biggest plane, takes off for its 2nd flight
Stratolaunch, the world’s largest aircraft by wingspan, performed its second test flight after a two-year-long grounding. The airplane…
Five behemoths: largest aircraft in the world
When, on April 13, 2019, the Stratolaunch made its first flight, it became the largest flying aircraft in…
Stratolaunch takes off for the 1st time, breaks world record
Giant double fuselage aircraft, the Stratolaunch, has become airborne. Making its maiden flight on April 13, 2019, it…