Satellite controllers at Schriever AFB, Colo., took charge of the latest GPS IIF navigation satellite on Nov. 6, a mere six days after it was launched, according to a release. “It was a fast turn from launch to taking control of the spacecraft,” 2nd Space Operations Squadron commander Lt. Col. Todd Benson, said in a release. “We’ve done five launches in the last 15 months,” said Benson. “You won’t find that experience anywhere else,” he added. The 11th next generation GPS satellite—SV-73—blasted off from Cape Canaveral AFS, Fla., Oct. 31, and the next GPS IIF satellite is slated for deployment in February. The overall GPS constellation currently comprises 40 satellites, according to the release.
Competitors Not Picked for CCA Look Forward to Increment 2
April 25, 2024
While none of the major aircraft contractors were selected to develop the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, all three say they are seeking further autonomous aircraft work for the Navy, foreign partners, or in the classified arena, and maybe future versions of the CCA itself.