The 45th Space Wing provided flawless Eastern Range support for NASA’s successful launch of the Ares I-X. The test rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 39B at Kennedy Space Center at 11:30 a.m. (EDT) today.
Airmen, Air Force civilians and contractors from throughout the 45th Space Wing provided vital support, including weather forecasts, launch and range operations, safety and public affairs. The wing also provided its vast network of radar, telemetry, optical and communications instrumentation to facilitate a safe launch.
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