LAUNCH MISSION
ULA Atlas V 531 AEHF-3 (USA-246)
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 41
Description
This is the third satellite in the Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) system, which is a series of communications satellites operated by the United States Air Force Space Command. It provides global, survivable, protected communications capabilities for strategic command and tactical warfighters operating on ground, sea and air platforms.
Atlas V 531
Rocket Description
Atlas V with 5m Fairing, 3 SRB, 1 Centaur upper stage engine.