Vulcan rocket cleared to support US national security missions
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 30, 2025 United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket has officially been certified by the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) for National Security Space Launch (NSSL) missions, making ULA one of two providers authorized to carry critical defense payloads to orbit. "Assured access to space is a core function of the Space Force and a critical element of national security," stated Brig. Gen. Pa

