Rocket Report: Firefly lights the markets up; SpaceX starts selling trips to Mars
Briefly

Firefly's initial public offering has performed well, marking a positive development for the commercial space sector after years of struggles with SPACs. Meanwhile, Virgin Galactic has postponed the resumption of its space tourism flights to autumn 2026 due to delays with its Delta spacecraft and reported quarterly revenue far below expectations. The company is focusing on developing the Delta vehicle for better reusability and has also reduced its workforce to manage costs, while planning to increase ticket prices in 2026.
Virgin Galactic has revamped its timeline to resume private space tourism flights, now scheduled for autumn 2026, delayed due to challenges with its Delta spacecraft.
Firefly's initial public offering has resonated positively with investors, reflecting a long-awaited success story in the commercial space industry after years of setbacks with SPACs.
Read at Ars Technica
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