"United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Rocket Primed for Maiden Voyage to the Moon"
United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to launch its first Vulcan Centaur rocket on January 8, 2024, from Cape Canaveral, carrying the Peregrine moon lander for NASA's CLPS initiative. This marks a significant milestone for ULA as it seeks to re-establish itself in the competitive launch market dominated by companies like SpaceX. The Vulcan Centaur has faced delays and challenges, including an explosion during testing, but now has a backlog of 70 launches. ULA is also exploring rocket reusability and adapting the Vulcan for different types of missions. Amidst these developments, rumors of ULA's potential sale, with interest from companies including Blue Origin, add to the anticipation surrounding the upcoming launch.
- ULA's 1st Vulcan Centaur rocket is ready to fly. Will it live long and prosper? Space.com
- As Vulcan nears debut, it's not clear whether ULA will live long and prosper Ars Technica
- First US moon lander since Apollo prepares to blast off on Monday The Guardian
- Lunar lander built on Pittsburgh’s North Side will head to the moon Monday WPXI Pittsburgh
- Here's a first look at United Launch Alliance's new Vulcan rocket Ars Technica
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