In the United States, a successful start -up of intercontinental ballistic missile Minuteman III (video)

The rocket is included in the nuclear triad of restraint. During the test flight without a warhead, the projectile overcame 6759 kilometers. The US Air Force Global Strike Command has launched the naked intercontinental ballistic missile Minuteman III. The training ended successfully. This was reported by the press service of the Air Force. At 23:01, on the Pacific, on February 9, a test launch took place in California on February 9.

It is part of the planned activity that should demonstrate the possibilities of US nuclear deterrent. It is stated that they are reliable and effective, as well as capable of restraining all the threats of the 21st century. Separately indicates that the tests are not related to current world events. The previous launch was in August 2022.

"The test start demonstrates the essence of our mission on the world stage, convincing our country and its allies that our weapons are capable and our pilots are ready to protect peace around the world at any time," said General Thomas Busiere, commander Air Force Global Strike Command. As part of the flight, the rocket flew 4200 miles, or 6759 km, from California to the Marshalli Islands Atoll. The system demonstrated accuracy and reliability.

The command also emphasizes that they are ready for decisive 24/7 action and the rocket is an important component of the US Air Force nuclear triad. The Global Air Force Shock Command is responsible for intercontinental ballistic missiles, all bombers such as B-1, B-2, B-52, for nuclear restraint, as well as management and communication systems. About 33,700 specialists are attributed to it. Also, the US is being developed by the LG-35A Sentinel rocket, which will be replaced by the mid-2030s.