But this once-pejorative term has taken on new meaning this year, as a roster of successes and fast-paced growth throughout 2010 suggests private spaceflight is ready to take off in 2011.
41038
Private spaceflight ready to take off in 2011
158514
Me set to gain from space related opportunities
22318
Next 12 months will be better for it:
115745
Business poised for new beginning
54739
Next decade will be of infrastructure:
69866
Airline industry starting to turn around:
51620
Demand for goods, services likely to increase in FY'10:
114552
Naming proposals are moving forward
163204
After it, it's decade of infrastructure
22639
NASA may merge human spaceflight divisions
143624
Regional airframers enjoy healthier start to 2010
41977
General Growth ready to give suitors information
28832
Global private sector activity accelerated in September:
151174
A number of housing projects will be implemented during this year.
17850
First private airport likely to become operational in 24 months
64195
New power emerging...
3132
Uncommon changes are coming