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behlingjo@xxxxxxxxx wrote:

Because they changed the SSME's to RS-68's, so Direct is a new vehicle

Now why would they do that in a ground started cryogenic engine.

If I want to fly the RS-68, I'll fly the Delta IV Medium.

If I want more payload, I'll fly more vehicles.
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