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We have signal acquisition! 🛰️ Last night, the United States Space Force successfully launched the first-ever Rapid Response Trailblazer mission for GPS III SV-07 from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station! This mission, executed in less than 5 months (compared to the usual 24-month timeline) delivers next-gen technology to incorporate advanced signal protection and increase our GPS constellation to 31 satellites and 7 in reserve. 🧠 Knowledge Nuggets: #GPS is a constellation of orbiting satellites that provides position, navigation, and timing data to 6 billion military and civilian daily users! GPS satellites orbit the earth every 12 hours, emitting continuous navigation 24/7/365. So, next time you ask Siri for directions, remember little ole SLD 45 put them all on orbit. 🤓 👉 More info HERE: https://bit.ly/3BKYQnQ 2024 Launch Count: 8️⃣ 9️⃣
Important fact to share with people who question need for investment in our space program!
This is amazing. As the Spaceport modernization effort continues this will only get better.
Operationalizing space launch! Great step in the right direction.
Amazing. Simply amazing 👏
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1wWell done. I was part of the team that took GPS to IOC and FOC. I was just thinking (driving in and unfamiliar area of Pittsburgh) on how integral and taken for granted GPS is by the entire world today. Commercial and Civil uses have far outstripped the military basis it was originally envisioned for use. Great to know the 45 is still keeping us well located! (How about bringing back the 1SLS as a squadron - never a better space launch squadron IMO!