ULA delays Delta IV Heavy rocket from Florida’s Space Coast

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — United Launch Alliance is working to reschedule a planned launch of its Delta IV Heavy rocket.

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ULA was planning to launch the rocket later this month, but crews discovered a problem in a flight valve during pre-launch processing.

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When it finally launches, the rocket will carry a secret satellite for the National Reconnaissance Office.

ULA officials said a new launch date will be confirmed when available.

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