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military conflicts Mar 20, 2026, 6:35 PM
ULA's Vulcan rocket failures raise concerns over military satellite launches - The US Space Force required urgent satellite launches to replenish its GPS navigation network.
- Repeated issues with ULA's Vulcan rocket prompted a shift to SpaceX for upcoming launches.
- The situation highlights ULA's declining reliability and the growing competition from SpaceX in military contracts.
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technology Feb 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
PLD Space targets 2026 for MIURA 5 rocket launch - PLD Space has delayed the first flight of its MIURA 5 rocket to the fourth quarter of 2026 due to a failure during testing.
- The MIURA 5 rocket is expected to carry two high-capacity 5G satellites for Sateliot.
- The delay reflects broader challenges and increased regulatory scrutiny in the European space launch landscape.
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technology Feb 12, 2026, 10:33 PM
Vulcan rocket malfunctions again during crucial test flight - The Vulcan rocket experienced a significant performance anomaly during its second test flight on February 12, 2026.
- Despite the malfunction, the rocket successfully deployed military satellites into a geosynchronous orbit.
- The incident raises concerns regarding the reliability of ULA's rockets for future national security missions.
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technology Feb 12, 2026, 5:33 PM
ULA struggles with Vulcan rocket reliability amid solid booster issues - ULA is experiencing reliability concerns with its Vulcan rocket due to solid rocket booster issues.
- The GEM 63XL booster has demonstrated a higher peak thrust but faced failures in its performance.
- Ongoing issues could jeopardize ULA's future contracts, particularly with the DOD, which values reliability.
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business Dec 22, 2025, 7:51 PM
Tory Bruno ousted as CEO of United Launch Alliance amid industry turmoil - Tory Bruno has been ousted as CEO of United Launch Alliance following challenges faced by the company.
- ULA has been criticized for its performance in the competitive launch industry, particularly with the delayed Vulcan rocket.
- Bruno's removal may signify deeper issues within ULA and highlight the urgent need for changes to compete effectively.
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technology Nov 27, 2025, 12:13 AM
ULA struggles to ramp up Vulcan rocket launches amidst delays - United Launch Alliance has confirmed that it will complete 2025 with six flights, including one with the Vulcan rocket.
- The Vulcan's only launch this year took place on August 12, focused on a national security mission for the US Space Force.
- Delays in Vulcan launches highlight challenges faced by ULA, preventing a ramp-up in launch frequency.
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