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Relive history by listening to stories from the team who launched the venerable Delta II rocket, from inception through final mission. From its origin as the launch vehicle for the first Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to NASA’s Earth observing, science and interplanetary satellites including Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity to vital commercial communication and imaging satellites, the Delta II rocket has truly earned its place in space history. Discover what made the Delta II an incredible success, through learning about the program’s history and missions, from the people who...

An unparalleled dedication to mission success and the desire to engineer limitless possibilities have inspired United Launch Alliance's (ULA's) newest rocket, Vulcan Centaur. The next-generation rocket's flight proven design, coupled with innovative technology, is transforming the future of space launch and will advance America’s superiority in space. You'll hear from ULA host Derek Brekken as well as: • Tory Bruno, president and CEO • Mark Peller, vice president of major development • Amanda Sterling, Vulcan Centaur program operations lead • John Reed, chief technologist • ...