Atlas 5 rocket poised for Navy satellite launch

BY JUSTIN RAY
SPACEFLIGHT NOW

Posted: February 23, 2012


Aiming for a third launch attempt Friday after weather conditions spoiled back-to-back countdowns last week and a previously-scheduled classified operation occupied the Eastern Range over the past several days, the Atlas 5 rocket rolls out to again stand tall on Complex 41.

See our Mission Status Center for the latest news on the launch.

Photo credit: Justin Ray/Spaceflight Now

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