U.S. to Launch Missile-Tracking Satellite

The United States is due on Friday to fire into orbit the first of four geosynchronous satellites for the planned Space-Based Infrared System from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida, Innovation News Daily reported. The launch of the $1.3 billion craft would mark a significant milestone in the deployment of the system, which officials said is expected to markedly improve the nation's ability to detect, track and counter potential enemy missiles. More

(Source: Global Security Newswire - May 6)