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Virgin Galactic plans 2027 return to space tourism with new Apeiron spaceplane

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Virgin Galactic is planning a return to space tourism operations in 2027, utilizing its new Apeiron spaceplane. This announcement comes after a period of inactivity since June 2024, raising questions about the viability and future of the space tourism industry. AI

RANK_REASON This is a product announcement from a company in the space tourism sector, but not a frontier release or significant industry event.

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Virgin Galactic plans 2027 return to space tourism with new Apeiron spaceplane

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COVERAGE [1]

  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Carter, Senior Contributor ·

    Space Tourism Is Dead — Or Is It? Virgin Galactic To Fly Again In 2027

    Having not flown since June 2024, Virgin Galactic plans a space tourism comeback in 2027 with its new Apeiron spaceplane. Is space tourism back?

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