Virgin Galactic Launches Space Advisory Board
February 09 2021 - 6:45AM
Business Wire
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE), a vertically
integrated aerospace and space travel company, today announced the
establishment of its Space Advisory Board.
The Virgin Galactic Space Advisory Board will provide advice to
senior management as the company moves forward to open space for
the benefit of all. The Space Advisory Board, composed of leading
experts from the aerospace sector, will be a resource as the
company starts commercial spaceflight service and develops next
generation vehicles. The Space Advisory Board will also serve as a
forum to discuss technical and operational best practices, and
provide awareness of opportunities in commercial, civil and
government-related markets.
The Space Advisory Board members announced today are:
- Chris Hadfield – Decorated astronaut, engineer, and test
pilot who served as commander of the International Space Station.
He has flown to space three times, to the International Space
Station and the Russian Space Station Mir. He has performed two
spacewalks and flown over 100 types of aircraft. He was NASA's
Chief CAPCOM, the voice of Mission Control to astronauts in orbit,
for 25 Space Shuttle missions, and served as chief of International
Space Station Operations at the NASA Johnson Space Center.
- Dr. Sandy Magnus – Former NASA astronaut and deputy
chief of the Astronaut Office, with three flights to space
including a long duration mission on the International Space
Station. Dr. Magnus is a member of NASA’s Aerospace Safety Advisory
Board and has served in leadership roles at the Department of
Defense and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
(AIAA).
- Dr. David Whelan – Chief-Scientist of Cubic Corporation,
having previously served as Chief Scientist, Boeing Defense, Space
and Security and director of DARPA’s Tactical Technology Office.
Member of the National Academy of Engineering, former member of the
Defense Science Board and the Air Force Scientific Advisory
Board.
- George Whitesides – Chairman of the Space Advisory Board
and Chief Space Officer, Virgin Galactic. Prior to joining Virgin
Galactic, George served as the Chief of Staff of NASA.
Michael Colglazier, CEO of Virgin Galactic, said: “We are
excited to welcome these talented space professionals, as initial
members of the Space Advisory Board. They each bring incredible
depth, experience, and insight, and together they will help us
drive our mission forward.’’
Chris Hadfield said, “As an astronaut, I know the profound
personal impact of spaceflight, and the opportunity it gives for
exploration and self-awareness here on Earth. Virgin Galactic is
opening that door of opportunity to many, and I am honored to serve
on the Space Advisory Board to help make that happen.”
Dr. Magnus stated, “The movement to open access to space for a
broader group of people is a part of the natural evolution in the
development of human spaceflight. I am excited to be a part of the
next steps in that effort!” Dr. David Whelan added, “To be part of
the team that brings people to space and the frontiers that lie
ahead is an incredibly exciting opportunity.”
George Whitesides shared, “I am excited to chair the Space
Advisory Board alongside leading experts in the aerospace industry
as we explore and pursue opportunities in commercial, civil and
government-related markets. This Space Advisory Board will assist
senior management with the mission of opening space for all, and I
am honored to be a part of this journey.”
About Virgin Galactic Holdings
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. is a vertically integrated
aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight
for private individuals and researchers, as well as a manufacturer
of advanced air and space vehicles. It is developing a spaceflight
system designed to offer customers a unique and transformative
experience. You can find more information at
https://www.virgingalactic.com/
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