Friday, June 19, 2009
NASA sends orbiter to explore moon
NASA sends orbiter to explore moon: "Humans are a step closer to returning to the moon after NASA launched a lunar orbiter Thursday to provide a comprehensive survey of our nearest celestial neighbor. The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter lifted off aboard an Atlas V Rocket from Cape Canaveral in Florida, powered by two liquid-fueled engines and a pair of solid-fueled boosters. NASA described the liftoff as 'flawless.'
"(Via CNN.com.)
U.S. ready if N. Korea launches missile
U.S. ready if N. Korea launches missile: "Defense Secretary Robert Gates said the United States could defend itself in the event of a North Korean missile launch toward Hawaii, and that U.S. officials were monitoring the situation carefully.
"(Via CNN.com.)
U.S. spy aircraft patrol northern border
U.S. spy aircraft patrol northern border: "FORT DRUM, N.Y. — U.S. border officials are testing an unmanned surveillance aircraft on the U.S.-Canadian border along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River to judge whether the drones can be used more widely along the northern border."
(Via Air Force Times - News.)