# Inaugural Spacecraft Test Flights Virgin Galactic Had Its First Test Flight at Spaceport America By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-05-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-galactic References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/virgin-galactic-spaceshiptwo-spaceport-america-flight-195528427.html) & [virgingalactic](https://www.virgingalactic.com/articles/virgin-galactics-spaceshiptwo-completes-first-flight-from-spaceport-america/) The [Virgin Galactic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-booth-by-virgin-atlantic) spaceship, SpaceShipTwo, recently completed its first-ever flight form the new company base. The Virgin galactic base is titled Spaceport America, which is located in New Mexico. The test flight had the aircraft glide at an altitude of 50,000 feet, and the information can be compared with data from previous flight tests. Virgin's flight also allowed pilots to become more familiar with the air space around the facility. The company will be looking to complete more light tests in the near future, as the organization works towards the goal of [taking consumers into space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-center-houston). Additionally, COVID-19 measures were also followed during the test flight, in order to protect employees. Flight crew members were physically distanced, and masks were used by all parties involved. Image Credit: Virgin Galactic ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Space Tourism:** The successful test flight of Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo at Spaceport America indicates the increasing potential for commercial space travel. - **Aerospace Advancements:** The development of Spaceport America as a base for Virgin Galactic highlights the ongoing progress and innovation in the aerospace industry. - **Safety Protocols:** The implementation of COVID-19 safety measures during the test flight emphasizes the importance of adapting and implementing new protocols for employee protection in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Space Travel:** The successful test flight by Virgin Galactic signifies opportunities for growth and investments in the space travel industry. - **Aerospace:** The establishment of Spaceport America by Virgin Galactic indicates potential advancements and collaborations in the aerospace sector. - **Healthcare:** The application of COVID-19 safety protocols during the test flight highlights the need for innovation and adaptation in the healthcare industry to protect employees and prevent the spread of infectious diseases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exclusive Luxurious Spaceflight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-space-perspective.md) - [Space Travel Certified Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-set-jet.md) - [Space-Launching Science Missions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-glenn-1.md) - [3D-Printed Space-Exploration Rockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-bow-launch-systems.md) - [Space Tourism Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-perspective-1.md) - [High-Fidelity Space Voyages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interstellar-arc.md) - [Hypersonic Launch Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/launch-vehicle.md) - [Revolutionary Reusable Rockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-rockets.md) - [Launch Pad Transportation Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artemis-mission-2.md)