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Air Force Successfully Test Launches Minuteman III ICBM

Gally Articola

Monday, June 3rd, 2013

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The Air Force successfully test launched an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg AFB, Calif., according to the service. The purpose of the launch was to validate and verify the effectiveness, readiness and accuracy of the weapon system. The test also supports the United States’ strategic deterrence efforts as outlined in the Defense Department’s 2010 Nuclear Posture Review by demonstrating the operational credibility of the Minuteman III. Air Force spokeswoman Michele Tasista said the service defines a successful test as…

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