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 by Alicia Garges for DOD News Los Angeles AFB CA (AFNS) May 13, 2021
The United States Space Force's Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) GEO-5 satellite was encapsulated on April 30 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) Florida. The satellite's encapsulation within the United Launch Alliance's payload fairing represents completion of the final major testing milestone before launch, as well as a key protective measure for the satellite in preparation for its arduous ascent into the earth's atmosphere. After encapsulation, GEO-5 was transported to Space Launch Complex-41, where it was mated with an Atlas V rocket. The SBIRS GEO-5 satellite is scheduled for launch on May 17 at 1:35 p.m. EDT. This is will be the first NSSL launch this year from CCSFS. The U.S. Space Force's Space and Missile Systems Center, located at the Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California, is the center of excellence for acquiring and developing military space systems. SMC's portfolio includes space launch, global positioning systems, military satellite communications, a meteorological satellite control network, range systems, space-based infrared systems, and space situational awareness capabilities.
GAO report: Missile Defense Agency missed 2020 delivery, testing goals Washington DC (UPI) Apr 28, 2021 The Missile Defense Agency did not meet 2020 goals, with only 62% of deliveries and 22% of interceptor missile tests completed, a report on Wednesday said. While the Government Accountability Office noted that MDA "made progress" toward on individual systems of the Ballistic Missile Defense System, the agency "did not complete its overall planned deliveries or annual testing," according to the report. GAO cited the successful delivery of 82 missile interceptors, although 132 were planned ... read more
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