NROL-38 Ready for Launch

NROL-38 Ready for Launch
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V launch vehicle stands ready to launch the NROL-38 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office. (Image credit: United Launch Alliance)

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V launch vehicle stands ready to launch the NROL-38 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office.

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