# Rocket Program Data Gathering Virgin Orbit Will Begin Air-Dropping Tests for Its LauncherOne By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-07-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-orbit References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/07/10/virgin-orbit-launcherone-first-drop-test/) & [virginorbit](https://virginorbit.com/wait-for-the-drop/) [Virgin Orbit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/middle-seat-lottery) has received permission to undergo testing for its LancherOne. The company has also finished its latest captive carry flight test after eight months. Since captive carry tests have completed, Virgin Orbit will move to its next task, which is to begin tests that will include [air-dropping the LauncherOne rocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/startup-program) from a height of 30,000 feet. The company indicates the significance of the testing for the organization, as it indicates a great deal of success for the program. The program began in 2015 and recently hit its biggest milestone to date. No date has been set for when testing will begin, however, the group remains ready. Virgin Orbit is currently dealing with the project's logistics, as it will need to with authorities to gain [access to airspace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boeing-and-united-airlines). The airspace required is above the Edwards Air Force Base. Image Credit: Virgin Orbit ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rocket Program Testing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in aerospace industry through advanced rocket testing methods. - **Air-dropping Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in logistics industry for efficient and precise air-dropping operations. - **Captive Carry Flight Tests:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in aviation industry to enhance captive carry flight test capabilities and efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Aerospace:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the aerospace industry by incorporating advanced rocket testing methods. - **Logistics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the logistics industry by developing efficient and precise air-dropping technology. - **Aviation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the aviation industry by improving captive carry flight test capabilities and efficiency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revolutionary Reusable Rockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-rockets.md) - [3D-Printed Space-Exploration Rockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-bow-launch-systems.md) - [Eco-Friendly Nano Satellites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbex-prime.md) - [Space-Launching Science Missions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-glenn-1.md) - [Space Tourism Travels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-spacecraft.md) - [Progressive Air-Breathing Satellites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabresat.md) - [3D-Printed Orbital Rockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phoenix-engine.md) - [Autonomous Cargo Gliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-glider.md) - [Vortex Rocket Engine Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocket-engine-technology.md)