The History Channel plans to air a “Modern Marvels” segment on the Global Positioning System. A film crew visited Schriever AFB, Colo., talking with members of the 2nd Space Operations Squadron. SSgt. Don Branum reports that the episode is to air Feb. 14.
While the Pentagon has signaled its intent to scale technology, field new systems faster, and work more with nontraditional vendors, a new report identifies persistent manufacturing capacity, resourcing, workforce, and modernization challenges that could hinder its ability to deliver on those goals.