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China's military making strides in space: US general Washington (AFP) Nov 3, 2009
China's military has made dramatic progress in space over the past decade and the goals of its program remain unclear, a top American general said on Tuesday. Citing Beijing's advances in space, General Kevin Chilton, head of US Strategic Command, said it was crucial to cultivate US-China military relations to better understand China's intentions. "With regard to China's capabilities ... read moreChina commander says space weapons inevitable: state media
Beijing (AFP) Nov 2, 2009A top China air force commander has called the militarisation of space an "historical inevitability", state media said Monday, marking an apparent shift in Beijing's opposition to weaponising outer space. In a wide-ranging interview in the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Daily, air force commander Xu Qiliang said it was imperative for the PLA air force to develop offensive and defensive opera ... more
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AFSPC Commander Visits 'Masters Of Space'
Schriever AFB CO (AFNS) Nov 02, 2009The 50th Space Wing's emblem contains the phrase "Master of Space". It's difficult to make a case against that claim as the wing is responsible for programs such as GPS, Milstar, the Air Force Satellite Control Network, and much more. During a visit to Schriever Oct. 26, the commander of Air Force Space Command, Gen. C. Robert Kehler, called on the wing to apply its expertise to not only ... more LockMart Starts Integrated Testing Of Second Missile Warning Satellite
Sunnyvale CA (SPX) Oct 30, 2009Lockheed Martin has announced that the second Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) geosynchronous orbit (GEO-2) spacecraft is progressing through a series of key tests that will demonstrate the integrated satellite's readiness to enter the critical environmental test phase in preparation for launch. SBIRS is designed to provide early warning of missile launches, and simultaneously support ... more South Korea eyeing four spy satellites
Seoul (UPI) Oct 28, 2009 South Korea is eyeing the purchase of at least four spy satellites to monitor North Korea. Local reports citing an unnamed Defense Ministry official said the purchase would extend over a 10-year period. The South Korean official said Seoul was considering the option but no official decision had been taken. He did not elaborate. The news came hot on the heels of local media ... more Indian Navy To Get Dedicated Communication Satellite
New Delhi, India (PTI) Oct 26, 2009Navy will get a dedicated satellite for making its communication robust and secure and to also propel its network-centric operations and connectivity at sea, Defence Minister A K Antony said today. "The Navy's efforts towards network centric operations and leveraging information technology are laudable. The launch of the Naval Communication Satellite next year will significantly ... more |
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ICBMs: The Basis For All Systems In Space
Peterson AFB CO (SPX) Sep 23, 2009ICBMs have been, and continue to be, an essential element of the United States strategic global strike equation. In honor of the 50th ICBM Anniversary, Air Force Space Command public affairs, interviewed four space pioneers in efforts to portray their perspective when the ICBM program was young in years. The first element to question, what necessitated inter-continental ballistic missiles? ... more Missile Warning Satellite Begins Major Environmental Test Phase
Sunnyvale CA (SPX) Sep 21, 2009Lockheed Martin has begun thermal vacuum testing of the first Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) geosynchronous (GEO-1) satellite, a major program milestone that will validate spacecraft performance in a complete test-like-you-fly environment. The U.S. Air Force's SBIRS program is designed to provide early warning of missile launches, and simultaneously support other missions, including ... more AFSPC Commander Discusses Space, Cyberspace Future
Washington DC (AFNS) Sep 18, 2009The Air Force's lead for integrating space and cyberspace capabilities spoke at the 2009 Annual Air Force Association Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition at the National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Md., Sept. 15. Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander of the 43,000-member Air Force Space Command, addressed strategic deterrence in space and cyberspace before attendees that included civilian ... more Air Force Space Command Takes An Operational Safety Pause
Peterson AFB CO (SPX) Sep 03, 2009In order to put safety in the forefront of every Airman's mind, Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, Air Force Space Command, is conducting an operational safety pause across the command Thursday. The mandatory safety day is an opportunity for every supervisor to make 100 percent eyes-on contact with their team to ensure everyone has a safe plan for the four-day Labor Day weekend. "This ... more |
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