GPS
Air Force experiment NTS-3 could point the way to the next generation of GPS
The Air Force Research Laboratory in 2022 will launch an experimental PNT satellite called NTS-3, short for Navigation Technology Satellite 3.
GPS, Nex-Gen OPIR dominate space investments
Of the $14.1 billion space request for 2020, about $11.9 billion is for investments — which the Pentagon defines as a combination of RDT&E (research, development, testing and engineering) and procurement.
Lawmakers to form bipartisan caucus to promote the economic, national security benefits of GPS
The bipartisan caucus will bring a central focus to GPS-related issues.
Triage reveals urgent military space jobs
U.S. combatant commanders urgently need to solve pressing problems in Earth observation, missile warning and position, navigation and timing, said Chuck Finley, former technical director of the Operational Responsive Space and its successor the Air Force Space Rapid Capabilities.
Air Force to upgrade existing GPS ground control system while next-generation OCX lags
The Air Force awarded a $462 million contract to Lockheed Martin to continue the modernization of the GPS ground control system.
SpaceX launches first GPS 3 satellite
SpaceX launched the U.S. Air Force’s newest global positioning system satellite Dec. 23 on a Falcon 9 rocket, completing the company’s 21st and final launch of the year.
Air Force launch commander ‘not confident’ GPS 3 will lift off Wednesday
45th Space Wing Commander: “We are now working with General Thompson’s folks and SpaceX to see whether we can launch tomorrow."
Mike Pence headed to Cape Canaveral for GPS 3 launch
The first GPS 3, known as SV01, is the first of an entirely new design of GPS satellite that has three times better accuracy and up to eight times improved anti-jamming capabilities, according to Lockheed Martin.
Highly anticipated GPS 3 launch just days away
The U.S. Air Force’s first GPS 3 satellite was encapsulated within a SpaceX payload fairing at Astrotech Space Operations on Dec. 7 in preparation for a Dec. 18 launch at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida.
Army to introduce new requirements for GPS receivers in weapon systems
Companies in the defense industry see assured PNT as a growing business as the military looks for equipment that can operate without GPS signals.
Air Force confirms it received a second mystery bid for GPS 3
Lockheed Martin vice president Kay Sears said the new GPS 3F is a “brand new” satellite design and not a “carbon copy” of the GPS 3.
Air Force to award $7.2 billion contract to Lockheed Martin for 22 GPS satellites
The first GPS 3F satellite is expected to be available for launch in 2026.
As GPS 3 launch nears, Air Force keeps watchful eye on ground controls
Until OCX Block 1 is available, Lockheed Martin’s upgraded legacy ground system will be used to integrate GPS 3 satellites into the operational constellation.
SN Military.Space | Air Force wants new GPS in orbit before year’s end • DoD big on OTAs • Space Force by 2020 a long shot
If all goes as planned, the Air Force should have one new GPS 3 satellite in orbit before the end of 2018.
No GPS? No problem, there are increasingly more options
Experts say GPS can be strengthened but the military still needs alternatives.
