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The U.S. Air Force conducted a successful test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg AFB to assess its reliability, accuracy, and readiness, supporting ongoing national defense efforts and the modernization of its missile force.
The US Air Force Global Strike Command conducted a nighttime test of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile, launching it from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California to a test site in the Marshall Islands. The missile, selected randomly from Minot Air Force Base, was launched using an airborne control system, demonstrating the survivability and reliability of the US nuclear deterrent. This routine test, not influenced by current global events, underscores the strategic role of ICBMs, which are set to be replaced by the LGM-35A Sentinel in the 2030s amid rising costs.
The US conducted a planned test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base, emphasizing that such tests are routine and not linked to current global tensions. The missile traveled 4,200 miles to the Marshall Islands, showcasing the US's nuclear deterrent capabilities. This follows a previous failed test in November, highlighting the importance of a successful launch.
The replacement for the Minuteman III nuclear arsenal, managed by Northrop Grumman Corp, has exceeded its $95.8 billion budget due to pandemic-related costs and inflation, with the total program cost now estimated above $131 billion. The Pentagon is conducting a review, triggered by the cost overrun, to justify the program's importance. The modernization program, named Sentinel, includes upgrading 450 missile silos and their command infrastructure, and purchasing trucks, training, command buildings, and 659 missiles. Despite the cost overruns, the program is deemed necessary for the future of the US nuclear deterrent.
The U.S. Air Force detonated a Minuteman III missile over the Pacific Ocean after detecting an anomaly following its launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The Air Force is forming a launch analysis group to investigate the incident and ensure the continued reliability and accuracy of the nuclear-capable missile, which is a key component of the U.S. military's strategic arsenal. Approximately 400 Minuteman III missiles are located at Air Force bases in Wyoming, Montana, and North Dakota.
Space Launch Delta 30 terminated an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile during a test launch due to an anomaly. A Launch Analysis Group is being formed to investigate the cause, which will include representatives from various organizations. The test launch program helps evaluate the Minuteman III and gather data for system effectiveness. Air Force Global Strike Command aims to ensure the continued reliability and accuracy of the Minuteman III, which will eventually be replaced by the LGM-35A Sentinel.
The US Air Force successfully conducted an operational test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The purpose of the test was to validate and verify the readiness of the nuclear weapon system. The launch was part of routine testing scheduled years in advance and aimed to demonstrate the effectiveness and lethality of the nation's nuclear deterrent. The US notified the Hague Code of Conduct and the Russian government about the test launch.