A United Launch Alliance Atlas V '421' launches the nation's next national security mission with the 5th Space Based Infrared System satellite (SBIRS GEO 5), which joins a constellation of similar satellites who together provide our nation 24/7 global missile warning & detection.

POV video from Playalinda Beach, the closest public view for an Atlas V launch (daytime only and limited capacity). Arrive hours early if you ever want to go there...

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