11/22/10 Another First for SpaceX...
Great work SpaceX!
After a successful test launch of their Falcon 9 vehicle, SpaceX now looks to launch their second Falcon 9 vehicle, with a dragon space capsule on top. The FAA has just issued a license to SpaceX stating that they are able to allow their Dragon space capsule to re-enter Earths atmosphere, and land in the pacific ocean. Re-entry of a spacecraft has never been attempted by a commercial company, due to the complexity and danger involved.
The significant part of all this...
This type of license has never been issued to a commercial company. The FAA recognizes the significance of what SpaceX is trying to accomplish and felt it necessary to step in and license them. Hopefully this is a stepping stone that inspires other companies to move forward and look towards launching their own space capsules one day.
I want to congratulate SpaceX on being a constant source of inspiration and hope for the future of space exploration. I wish Elon Musk and SpaceX the best of luck on their upcoming launch in December!
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