A little bit of GSE
The Atlas V 551 sits amongst a barrage of GSE equipment that is required to support its flight operations.
The Sideye
Mobile Launcher
The rails used to move the Atlas MLP are seen clearly under the launcher.
A dangerous place to stand
The flame trench takes prominence in this view as the Atlas V 551s six rocket engines will fire into it, creating a dangerous yet stunning display of fire and smoke.
"And this is what we call hauling ass"
The Atlas V 551 for STP-3 launches off SLC-41 into the night sky. This mission would be the most performance intensive mission in Atlas V's history.
