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Vandenberg Supports Launch of Starlink 17-20 Mission

A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission flies through the air after launching from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. As one of only two major strategic space launch bases in the United States, Vandenberg SFB plays a pivotal role in supporting national security objectives. (U.S. Space Force photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller)

PHOTO BY: 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller
VIRIN: 260125-X-VF463-1005.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON D850

LENS

80.0-400.0 mm f/4.5-5.6

APERTURE

9

SHUTTERSPEED

1/2000

ISO

400

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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