01/05/2023
Ever use your “Maps” app 🚗? Of course! We all do to get around these days.
GPS satellites are what allow us all to navigate on a daily basis. The Space Force is also charged with ensuring our other military branches have access to the best positioning capabilities as possible.
To do this they’ve contracted out for new satellites to be put in orbit to replace the aging ones. One of these missions, using ULA’s Vulcan is named “Sally Ride” after the 1st female NASA astronaut.
The program is slated to be done by 2025, so lots to look forward to!