USSF to Operate Legacy Weather Sats
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The US Space Force will continue to operate its aging weather satellite fleet until at least 2028 as it works on replacements. The legacy satellites provide key forecasting data for military planners. The transition to a new replacement architecture is underway.
Why it matters
The continued operation of legacy weather satellites is crucial for military planning, and the development of replacement architecture is significant for the advancement of space-based weather forecasting capabilities.
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