ULA Atlas V launches Wideband Global Satellite for the US Military in Florida

United Launch Alliance's Atlas V stands bolted to Complex 41 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida on March 17, 2009. The twenty story tall rocket is scheduled to deliver the second Wideband Global Satellite for the US Military at 9:24 PM. The second of a planned six satellites will improve communications for the Department of Defense and replace the current satellite technology in use today. (UPI Photo/Joe Marino - Bill Cantrell)