Space Force Sets Guidelines Prioritizing Military Missions as Launch Demand Surges

Space Force begins testing of first OCX software blocks for GPS sats

A spokesperson for Space Operations Command (SpOC) explained that government-led testing now will commence, but that an updated operational acceptance date "is not yet available."

Space Force sets guidelines prioritizing military missions as launch demand surges

In these new guidelines the Space Force seeks to balance its dual role as both a supporter of the thriving commercial space sector and steward of national security space capabilities. The post Space Force sets guidelines prioritizing military missions as launch demand surges appeared first on SpaceNews.

Space Force Sets Guidelines Prioritizing Military Missions As Launch Demand Surges - Data Intelligence

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Space Force released new guidelines for how it will allocate finite launch infrastructure and range resources as commercial demand surges at the nation’s premier space ports, stating that national security missions will take precedence when capacity constraints emerge. To continue reading this article: Register now and get3 free articles every month. You’ll also receive our weekly SpaceNews This Week newsletter every Frid…

Space Force outlines rules amid rising military launch needs

U.S. Space Force Prioritizes National Security in New Launch Infrastructure Guidelines The U.S. Space Force has unveiled a set of comprehensive guidelines outlining how it will manage the allocation of limited launch infrastructure and range resources at America’s key spaceports. As commercial space endeavors continue to expand, the Space Force has emphasized that national security […]