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Space·PTS-G Swarm 1

US Space Force orders first PTS-G maneuverable anti-jam satellites

1 source · first reported 11d ago

The US Space Force has selected Viasat and Intelsat to produce the first two operational PTS-G Swarm 1 satellites, with Viasat delivering a mini-GEO satellite designed to add a smaller, maneuverable GEO layer to protected tactical SATCOM.

Why it matters

This order marks a significant step in the development of anti-jam satellites, which will enhance the US Space Force's ability to maintain secure communication in contested environments.

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