The United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket successfully launched Sunday morning. The rocket, carrying a payload for the National Reconnaissance Office, launched at 3:28 a.m. 

This is ULA’s 7th launch in 2017 and the 122nd successful launch since the company was formed in December 2006.

Today’s launch is a testament to the tireless dedication of the ULA team, demonstrating why ULA continues to serve as our nation’s most dependable and successful launch provider,” said Laura Maginnis, ULA vice president of Government Satellite Launch. “After recovering from Hurricane Irma that came through the area last month, and the last week’s weather challenges, the team found the right opportunity today to deliver this critical national asset to orbit.”

The launch, originally scheduled for Saturday morning, was scrubbed due to bad weather. The next launch is scheduled for Nov. 10 at 1:47 a.m. 

ULA has successfully delivered more than 120 satellites to orbit that aid meteorologists in tracking severe weather, unlock the mysteries of our solar system, provide critical capabilities for troops in the field and enable personal device-based GPS navigation.