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USSF-52 successfully launches from the Eastern Range

The National Security Space Launch program successfully launches the Falcon Heavy USSF-52 mission on December 28, 2023, from the Eastern Range. The NSSL program, a critical component of the Department of Defense's efforts to ensure national security in space, is at the forefront of providing essential space support for the warfighter, national security, and various government spacelift missions.

PHOTO BY: Joshua Conti
VIRIN: 231228-F-IJ862-002.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON D750

LENS

80.0-400.0 mm f/4.5-5.6

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/800

ISO

180

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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