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ULA has an ambitious plan to ‘reuse’ Vulcan rocket: keep it in space
The heavy-lift rocket’s upper stage might extend its service as a tug or defender.
Civil
Rocket Lab won’t be ready to launch its new rocket by year’s end, documents suggest
This likely means a delay for the Pentagon’s effort to boost competition for rocket launches.
Defense
ULA's new rocket took off. But can it challenge SpaceX?
The Vulcan Centaur isn't reusable, which makes it harder to compete on price.
Defense
Final launch of Delta Heavy; the era of Vulcan fast approaches
As the Delta era concludes, ULA sets its sights on the future with the Vulcan launch vehicle.
Civil
The flexibility of rockets: Cygnus ready for a new ride
Antares, the rocket previously used for Cygnus missions, is undergoing upgrades to replace its Russian-built engines.
Commercial
Vulcan soars on inaugural flight, peregrine’s moon mission in doubt
New launch vehicle replaces Atlas V and Delta IV, BE-4 engine makes debut
Civil
Europe needs launch capability
Ariane 6 poised for 2024 launch, panel highlights need for multiple launch sites, diverse subcontractors
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