Las Cruces-based Virgin Galactic appoints officials, former astronauts to new Space Advisory Board

With another go at a successful rocket-powered test flight in the works, Virgin Galactic announced the appointment of four members to its new Space Advisory Board, which will provide advice to senior management. The move comes as the company edges toward its ultimate goal of beginning commercial spaceflights from Spaceport America in southern New Mexico — a mission which has seen several delays.

The new board will “be a resource” as the company begins commercial spaceflight services, according…

Source: The Business Journal