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Northrop Grumman absorbs $71M charge over Vulcan booster anomaly
launch1 month ago

Northrop Grumman absorbs $71M charge over Vulcan booster anomaly

Northrop Grumman booked a $71 million unfavorable adjustment to earnings in Q1 2026 to cover evaluation and corrective actions after a GEM 63XL booster anomaly on United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur during the February USSF-87 launch. The incident shed debris but did not derail the mission; Space Force and ULA are pursuing a root-cause investigation with no fixed return-to-flight timeline, and possible Vulcan configurations without boosters are being considered.

via SpaceNews|
#booster-anomaly#gem-63xl#launch
GPS III-8 heads to SpaceX Falcon 9 after Vulcan glitch
space2 months ago

GPS III-8 heads to SpaceX Falcon 9 after Vulcan glitch

The US Space Force moved GPS III-8’s launch from ULA’s Vulcan Centaur to SpaceX’s Falcon 9 due to solid rocket booster anomalies on Vulcan; the 10th GPS III satellite is now set to launch no earlier than late April from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with officials stressing flexibility to maintain timely GPS capability while the Vulcan investigation continues.

via Space|
#falcon-9#gps#space
ULA’s Vulcan setback clouds 2026 Space Force launch schedule
technology2 months ago

ULA’s Vulcan setback clouds 2026 Space Force launch schedule

ULA’s Vulcan Centaur delivered two Space Force satellites but vented an unusual debris plume from a solid booster, prompting a Space Force pause on all military launches aboard the rocket while investigators determine the cause. A prior similar issue on another Vulcan flight and potential delays to GPS 3 and related missions could push launches into May and beyond, with officials weighing a transfer to SpaceX to avoid cascading delays. ULA still aims for 18–22 Vulcan flights in 2026, but the investigation could stretch months and jeopardize the timetable.

via Gizmodo|
#booster-anomaly#gps-3#space-force
"ULA's Historic Farewell: Final Launch of 'Most Metal' Delta IV Heavy Rocket"
spacetechnology2 years ago

"ULA's Historic Farewell: Final Launch of 'Most Metal' Delta IV Heavy Rocket"

United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy rocket is set for its final mission, carrying a classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office as part of the NROL-70 mission. The dramatic liftoff, described as the "most metal," will mark the end of an iconic era that began over 60 years ago. After the Delta IV Heavy's final flight, ULA's new Vulcan Centaur rocket is poised to take over, continuing the legacy of space exploration.

via Gizmodo|
#delta-iv-heavy#rocket-launch#space-exploration
"End of an Era: Delta IV Heavy's Final Launch Marks the Conclusion of 60 Years of Delta Rockets on Space Coast"
space-and-technology2 years ago

"End of an Era: Delta IV Heavy's Final Launch Marks the Conclusion of 60 Years of Delta Rockets on Space Coast"

The final launch of a Delta IV Heavy rocket is set to take place on the Space Coast, marking the end of more than 60 years of Delta rockets launching American missions into space. United Launch Alliance (ULA) is replacing the Delta IV and Atlas V rockets with the new Vulcan Centaur rocket, which is expected to provide more value and capability at a lower cost. The launch is scheduled for Thursday, with backup opportunities on Friday and Monday if necessary.

via WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando|
#delta-iv-heavy#rocket-launch#space-and-technology
"Anticipating ULA's Delta IV Heavy Launch: Weather Conditions in Question"
spacespaceflight2 years ago

"Anticipating ULA's Delta IV Heavy Launch: Weather Conditions in Question"

The final launch of the Delta IV Heavy rocket is scheduled for Thursday from Cape Canaveral, but weather conditions remain a concern. The launch, carrying the NROL-70 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office, marks the end of an era in American spaceflight history. The successor to the Delta IV Heavy, the Vulcan Centaur, is set to revolutionize United Launch Alliance's launch capabilities. Weather updates and live coverage can be found on FLORIDA TODAY's website.

via Florida Today|
#cape-canaveral#delta-iv-heavy#nrol-70
'Infamous "Most Metal" Rocket Set to Make Final Fiery Launch'
spacetechnology2 years ago

'Infamous "Most Metal" Rocket Set to Make Final Fiery Launch'

United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy, known for its dramatic fireball at launch, is set to retire after its final flight carrying a classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office. This marks the end of an era that began over 60 years ago, with ULA bidding farewell to the Delta series. The rocket's replacement, the Vulcan Centaur, offers greater flexibility and represents ULA's first new rocket design since the company's inception in 2006.

via Gizmodo|
#delta-iv-heavy#rocket#space-launch
"Successful Vulcan Launch Showcases Advanced Solid Rocket Boosters"
space-technology2 years ago

"Successful Vulcan Launch Showcases Advanced Solid Rocket Boosters"

The first launch of United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur also served as a successful demonstration of the GEM 63XL solid rocket boosters developed by Northrop Grumman, which produced over 900,000 pounds-force of thrust and are the largest monolithic solid rocket boosters built. Northrop Grumman is now focused on scaling up production of the GEM 63XL to meet the demand for Vulcan launches, and is looking to incorporate technologies tested through its SMART Demo program into the boosters.

via SpaceNews|
#gem-63xl#northrop-grumman#solid-rocket-boosters
"SpaceX's Reign Threatened as ULA's Vulcan Rocket Launches with Controversial Payloads"
space-exploration2 years ago

"SpaceX's Reign Threatened as ULA's Vulcan Rocket Launches with Controversial Payloads"

United Launch Alliance's (ULA) Vulcan Centaur rocket successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, carrying Astrobotic's Peregrine Lunar Lander, which is set to attempt a moon landing on Feb. 23. The launch marks ULA's entry into the competitive space market dominated by SpaceX and could impact discussions about the potential sale of the rocket company.

via CNBC|
#astrobotic#lunar-landing#space-exploration
"ULA's Historic Vulcan Centaur Rocket Launch Carries NASA Science and Human Remains to the Moon"
spacetechnology2 years ago

"ULA's Historic Vulcan Centaur Rocket Launch Carries NASA Science and Human Remains to the Moon"

United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket successfully lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, marking its first-ever launch and sending Astrobotic's Peregrine moon lander towards the moon. The launch, which took place at 2:18 a.m. EST, is historic as no private spacecraft has ever softly landed on the lunar surface. Spectacular photos and videos captured the event, and the rocket's next mission is set to send Sierra Space's Dream Chaser space plane toward the International Space Station as early as April, with a potential total of six flights in 2024.

via Space.com|
#astrobotic#moon-lander#rocket-launch