Aerojet Final Atlas V Solid Rocket Motor Test Postponed

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 9, 2002 -- The Aerojet solid rocket motor test firing planned for tomorrow is postponed. Uncertainty of weather conditions delayed the firing. Assessments to be performed tomorrow will determine the viability of testing on Wednesday, December 11. The test marks the third - and final - firing of the Atlas V rocket motor at the Sacramento site.

Up-to-date information regarding Aerojet's testing activity can be obtained by calling Aerojet's Community Information Line at (916) 355-2200.

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