Secret X-37B Space Plane Likely Testing Spy Satellite Tech | Space Weapons & Military Space | X-37B Space Plane, Robotic Spaceships & Space Technology | Space.com

READ MORE: Secret X-37B Space Plane Likely Testing Spy Satellite Tech | Space Weapons & Military Space | X-37B Space Plane, Robotic Spaceships & Space Technology | Space.com: "The U.S. Air Force is poised to launch its second robotic X-37B space plane on a secret mission today (March 4), with some experts speculating that the classified flight will test new spy satellite technologies.

The robotic X-37B mini-shuttle is slated to blast off today atop an Atlas 5 rocket from the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida on the second flight for the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office's X-37B program. The launch window opens at 3:39 p.m. EST (2039 GMT), though a dismal forecast predicts just a 70 percent chance of foul weather. [Photos: First Flight of the X-37B Space Plane]

The secrecy shrouding the X-37B space plane has spawned rumors – which Air Force officials have denied – suggesting that it could be tasked with capturing or destroying enemy satellites. But the X-37B is too small and not maneuverable enough to be a viable space weapon or weapon platform, experts say."