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What is 'fully licensed'?
Being 'fully licensed' means SaxaVord has met strict regulatory requirements and safety standards set by the UK's Civil Aviation Authority. This approval allows them to legally conduct commercial space launches, ensuring operations are safe for people and the environment. It's a crucial step for any spaceport to become operational.
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