Air Force to launch unarmed nuclear missile from Vandenberg

Air Force to launch unarmed nuclear missile from Vandenberg overnight
The Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is set to launch from the Southern California base between 11:01 p.m. Tuesday and 5:01 a.m. Wednesday.
Unarmed Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Launched From Vandenberg Space Force Base
"[Wednesday's] Minuteman III test launch is just one of the ways the Department of the Air Force demonstrates the readiness, precision, and professionalism of U.S. nuclear forces,” said Acting Secretary of the Air Force Gary Ashworth.
Unarmed Minuteman III missile to launch from Santa Barbara County coast
A test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is scheduled for Tuesday night from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County. According to the base, the launch window is set for 11:01 p.m. to 5:01 a.m.
Vandenberg Space Force Base plans a Minuteman III test launch
The test will launch an unarmed Minuteman III missile, of which 400 are in service at bases in Wyoming, Montana and North Dakota, according to the Air Force. Weighing nearly 40 tons and propelled by three solid-fuel rocket motors, the missile travels at speeds reaching 15,000 miles per hour.
Unarmed missile launched from Vandenberg in nuclear readiness test
In a move meant to showcase and test the United States nuclear forces’ readiness, military officials plan to launch an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Southern California next week.
Unarmed Minuteman III set to launch from Vandenberg SFB this week
A test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) is scheduled to take place this week at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
US launches Minuteman III missile, showcases nuclear forces’ effective deterrent
A United States Air Force team successfully launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile. The weapon was equipped with a single telemetered joint test assembly re-entry vehicle.
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The Minuteman III is a three-stage, solid-fuel rocket, meaning it can be launched with minimal preparation—an essential aspect for deterrence.
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