Space Force

U.S. Space Force and U.S. Space Operations Command have transitioned two additional Space Deltas to fully-integrated Mission Deltas under the Unified Mission Readiness concept, marked by ceremonies Oct. 30-31, 2024. View the full article

The program acknowledges the Space Force mission and structure, which results in a unique demand on the force. View the full article

U.S. Space Forces - Space supports NASA human space flight by planning, integrating, executing, and assessing space operations, providing continuous space situational awareness monitoring for the International Space Station and visiting spacecraft. View the full article

Six pioneers in American space and missile development were honored in a ceremony hosted by Space Systems Command recognizing achievements in astronautics that resonate in today’s contested space environment. View the full article

The conference brought together component field commands, Space Force leadership, field commands, mission area teams, and allies and partners to communicate requirements to influence USSF Force Generation, prioritization and sourcing activities. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force and Canadian Armed Forces have kicked off an Operations and Sustainment Phase which will provide Canada with six years of access to the Space Force’s Mobile User Objective System Satellite System. View the full article

U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Philip Garrant, Space Systems Command commander, joined by Chief Master Sgt. Jacqueline Sauvé, SSC senior enlisted leader, introduce Garrant's plan during an AMA forum Oct. 22, 2024. View the full article

The commander of Space Forces Indo-Pacific discussed the importance of working with regional allies in order to deter adversaries and maintain a rules-based international order, Oct. 22. View the full article

Six pioneers in American space and missile development were honored in a ceremony hosted by Space Systems Command recognizing achievements in astronautics that resonate in today’s contested space environment. View the full article

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman and Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna set expectations for BMT graduates during graduation. View the full article

The changes are part of an ongoing effort to streamline and modernize Total Force enlisted development following the separation of DAFI 36-2670, Total Force Development, into more specialized instructions. View the full article

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference brought together thousands of indigenous students, educators and professionals to promote opportunities and celebrate achievements in STEM. View the full article

Position, Navigation and Timing Provisional Delta officially redesignated as Mission Delta 31 in a ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base. View the full article

The multinational named operation represents a growing commitment among the closest allies in space to jointly strengthen defenses and deter aggression, ensuring space remains a domain that benefits all of humanity. View the full article

U.S. Space Command formally recognized Germany’s membership in Multinational Force-Operation Olympic Defender. View the full article

The X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle will begin executing a series of novel maneuvers, called aerobraking, to change its orbit around Earth and safely dispose of its service module components in accordance with recognized standards for space debris mitigation. View the full article

During his visit, Chaudhary toured Peterson Space Force Base’s unaccompanied housing dormitories, met with base leadership and held a roundtable discussion focusing on quality-of-life improvements and infrastructure readiness. View the full article

The U.S. Space Force celebrates its fifth year of existence securing the nation’s interest in, from and to space. View the full article

This week the Department of Defense kicks off a three-year pilot program meant to reimburse service members up to $1,500 for travel-related expenses incurred for a temporary child care provider following a permanent change of station move.  View the full article

U.S. Space Command and the Department of Commerce are migrating the provision of public services relating to spaceflight safety, currently provided via space-track.org, from USSPACECOM to OSC’s new Traffic Coordination System for Space. View the full article

Col. Nick Hague, Space Force Guardian and NASA astronaut, will command the mission and join the Expedition 72 crew aboard the ISS, where they will conduct scientific research and maintenance activities. View the full article

The 8th CTS, housed within Space Delta 8 - Satellite Communications, has been working diligently to develop and provide opportunities to enhance unit members’ understanding of how they fit into the bigger picture of space operations. View the full article

The conference featured keynote speakers, panels of enlisted leaders, and fireside chats, bringing together Hispanic community leaders and advocates to discuss the challenges and opportunities Hispanic service members and civilians face in the Air Force and Space Force. View the full article

Delta 8 recently partnered with the JCO cell integrate Space Cockpit-customized dashboards into their COP on their operations floors providing them a tailored approach to domain awareness and to set specific alert parameters to bring their attention quickly to an asset that may be at risk. View the full article

DAF senior leaders and their spouses discussed the importance of family support for military readiness during a panel at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference. View the full article