X-37 Orbital Test Vehicle
In a testing procedure, the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle taxis on the flightline in June 2009 at Vandenberg AFB, Calif. (Courtesy photo)
Preparations underway for first landing of X-37B


12/1/2010 - VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) -- Space professionals are preparing for the first landing of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle here.

Members of the 30th Space Wing will monitor the de-orbit and landing of the Air Force's first X-37B.

While the exact landing date and time will depend on technical and weather considerations, it is expected to occur between Dec. 3 and Dec. 6.

(Courtesy of Air Force Space Command Public Affairs)