Ready for Flight
EchoStar 19 is safely packed inside its payload fairing in preparation for launch.
Precious Cargo
The powerful EchoStar 19 communications satellite, owned by satellite operator Hughes, is seen in its payload fairing as it is mated to its Atlas V rocket.
One Tall Rocket
The view from above of ULA's Atlas V carrying EchoStar 19. The rocket stands 106.5 feet tall, making it one of the most powerful rockets currently in service.
Leaving the Building
ULA's Atlas V is seen inside its Vertical Integration Facility during roll out activities on Dec. 18
Next Stop: Launchpad
Atlas V heads to the launchpad at Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida to launch EchoStar 19.
Rolling Out
ULA launched Atlas V and EchoStar 19 from Space Launch Complex 41 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. The rocket made the trip to the launchpad on Dec. 18, 2016.
The Night Before Launch-mas
Another view of EchoStar 19's Atlas V rocket at the launch pad, lit up by bright flood lights, at Space Launch Complex 41.
Atlas V at Launchpad for Echostar 19
At the Space Launch Complex-41 of Florida's Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's, a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket stands ready to launch the EchoStar XIX satellite. Liftoff is set for Dec. 18, 2016.
Rolling Out
United Launch Alliance rolled the Atlas V rocket with EchoStar 19 out to its Space Launch Complex 41 launchpad on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016.
EchoStar 19: Mission Poster
The mission poster for EchoStar 19 (Jupiter 2) on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.
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