Window opens for Virgin Galactic test flight from spaceport

By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN | AP

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ALBUQUERQUE: The window opened Friday for Virgin Galactic’s first rocket-powered test flight from Spaceport America in southern New Mexico as the company prepares for commercial flights next year, but the exact timing of the launch will depend on the weather.
Virgin Galactic posted on social media that the flight crew is ready but do not plan to fly before Saturday.
“We have range clearance through the weekend and can extend into next week if necessary,” the company tweeted. “Evaluating high-level winds and turbulence. Stay tuned for updates.”