The Tumultuous History of Virgin Galactic
Richard Branson’s rocket flew 53 miles above earth on Sunday, officially making him an astronaut. But does Virgin Galactic really have what it takes to travel to infinity, and beyond?
- Words by: Tom Ward
Last Sunday a British man made history by leading a team further than they have ever got before. No, we’re not talking about Harry Kane leading England to their first ever Euros final, but Richard Branson, the 70-year-old founder of Virgin Galactic, leading that company’s first ever manned flight to space.
