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SpaceShipTwo Flew on Untested Rocket

HOUSTON, WE HAVE A PROBLEM

Richard Branson’s plane meant to carry tourists into space never tested a new engine using new fuel before it flew—and exploded—over California on Friday.

Clive Irving
Dave Majumdar
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Clive Irving

Clive Irving

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Dave Majumdar

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