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Small Prototype Earth Return Capsule Flight Tested

A Near Space Corporation high-altitude balloon lifts a prototype space reentry capsule for its initial flight test.
A Near Space Corporation high-altitude balloon lifts a prototype space reentry capsule designed by Terminal Velocity Aerospace into the skies over Tillamook, Oregon for its initial flight test.

A Near Space Corporation high-altitude balloon lifts a prototype space reentry capsule designed by Terminal Velocity Aerospace into the skies over Tillamook, Oregon for its initial flight test. The flight test for the new orbital entry return capsule was funded by NASA’s Flight Opportunities Program.

June 21, 2015
Contributed Photo / Near Space Corporation