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I bet the tourists are pretty scared now.


Only 3% have asked for refunds as of 5th November last year[1]. Could be more now, of course, but demand is still high. They'll sell the returns no matter what.

[1]http://www.theguardian.com/science/2014/nov/05/virgin-galact...


Said tourist checking in. Still keeping my ticket I purchased over 4 years ago. Space is hard and I'll go when they're ready.


Sorry for the irrelevant comment, but I'm so jealous!

I hope you have a great (and safe) ride!


One of the reasons why people can take a cheap flight across continents today is because people risked their lives trying it.

Of course, today there's automation, but it only goes so far

Somebody has to take the first step




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