Atlas V Launches NROL-52 Satellite
October 16, 2017
Credit: United Launch Alliance/Jeff Spotts
October 16, 2017 – The United Launch Alliance (ULA) successfully launched a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) satellite from the Atlas V Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV). The NROL-52 satellite was sent into orbit on October 15th from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
The launch was the 74th successful launch for Atlas V, and the ULA’s 26th flight for the NRO.
VPT congratulates the ULA on its successful launch. With VPT parts onboard Atlas V, we are proud to be a part of another successful mission. Please visit Space.com for more information about the launch.
