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Boeing announces launch of Orbital Test Vehicle

Cape Canaveral, Usa - It will be used to demonstrate the capability for US Air Force

Boeing yesterday announced the successful launch of the Boeing-built Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV), also known as the X-37B, for the U.S. Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office. The OTV was launched on an Atlas V rocket into a low Earth orbit today at 7:52 p.m. Eastern time from Cape Canaveral Launch Complex 41, Florida. The vehicle will be used to demonstrate a reliable, reusable unmanned space test...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1116635
Rome, Italy, 04/23/2010 12:04
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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