🚀Galactic 05 mission successfully reaches an altitude of over 80 km
🖖VSS Unity performs a feathering maneuver during re-entry
🧪Payload on board will conduct astronomy experiments
🚀Crew members include Dr. Alan Stern and Kelly Gerardi
🔍Experiments will compare spacecraft windows to those of the Space Shuttle
What is the purpose of the Galactic 05 mission?
—The purpose of the Galactic 05 mission is to conduct research experiments, including studying astronomy and comparing spacecraft windows.
Who are the crew members on board?
—The crew members on board include Dr. Alan Stern and Kelly Gerardi, among others.
What is the altitude reached by the spacecraft?
—The spacecraft, VSS Unity, reached an altitude of over 80 km.
What is the feathering maneuver performed by VSS Unity?
—The feathering maneuver is a unique re-entry technique where the spacecraft's tail rotates to create drag and slow down its descent.
Where did the launch take place?
—The launch took place at Spaceport America in New Mexico.
00:40Galactic 05 mission begins
01:10VSS Unity takes off with crew members on board
02:00Spacecraft reaches an altitude of over 80 km
05:00Feathering maneuver performed during re-entry
07:00Payload conducts astronomy experiments
08:30Crew members, including Dr. Alan Stern and Kelly Gerardi, return safely
10:00Experiments compare spacecraft windows to Space Shuttle
12:00Mission successfully concludes at Spaceport America
