Tag: Space Force

  • Space Force to Launch Target-Rracking Satellites

    The Space Force will launch satellites in 2028 to track ground targets from space, replacing older systems like JSTARS. It aims to expand to airborne target tracking by the 2030s, backed by \$2 billion in funding. Early prototypes exist, but full capability will depend on tech development and commercial partnerships.

  • China Is Practicing ‘Dogfighting’ In Space

    China is practicing “dogfighting in space,” where satellites maneuver in coordinated operations, mimicking tactics used in air combat. The U.S. Space Force has observed these maneuvers and warns of increasing space threats, including anti-satellite weapons and hostile tactics. As adversaries close the capability gap, the U.S. is pushing for stronger space defenses.