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Lockheed Martin has received a $514 million U.S. Space Force contract to build two GPS IIIF satellites, supporting constellation modernization. The contract includes Space Vehicles 23 and 24, which will add anti-jam features, digital payloads, and upgraded civilian navigation signals. This brings the total GPS 3F orders to 14 satellites.
The GPS IIIF satellites will enhance the accuracy and resilience of the GPS constellation, providing critical navigation and timing services for both military and civilian users. This contract demonstrates the U.S. Space Force's commitment to modernizing its space-based capabilities.
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