COLUMBUS (WKRC) – An ODOT digital camera captured an Atlas rocket on the freeway.
The picture was captured Monday at 12:10 p.m. at Worthington Galena Street on I-270 close to Columbus, Ohio.
In line with Astronautix, the Atlas rocket was initially developed as the US’ first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), however ended up being primarily used for American house exploration.
Per the outlet, the Atlas rocket launched the nation’s first astronaut into orbit, together with its first spy satellites, lunar obiters and landers.
In line with ODOT Press Secretary Matt Bruning, the restored Atlas rocket was being transported to Wright-Patterson Air Power Museum in Dayton, Ohio.
The Atlas rocket was retired in 2004. It was utilized in 574 launches over its 47-year profession, in accordance with Astronautix.
