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  • Not your average rocket launch; 45th SW supports Pegasus ICON

    The 45th Space Wing supported the Pegasus ICON rocket launch on Nov. 7, 2018 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station’s Skid Strip.Skid Strip? That’s quite different than a standard launch from the Cape – don’t rockets launch from pads? The skid strip, a smaller flight line on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, served as the acting “launch pad” for an
  • X-37B breaks record, lands after 780 days in orbit

    The spaceplane conducted on-orbit experiments for 780 days during its mission, recently breaking its own record by being in orbit for more than two years. As of today, the total number of days spent on-orbit for the entire test vehicle program is 2,865 days.
  • AFROTC cadets complete AFSPC immersion program

    Air Force ROTC cadets stand in front of United Launch Alliance’s Delta IV rocket during the second iteration of Air Force Space Command's summer immersion program at Space Launch Complex-37 on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., July 22, 2019. The program teaches cadets about AFSPC’s space warfighting capabilities and provides opportunities for
  • Acting SecAF Donovan visits the World’s Premier Gateway to Space

    Becoming the World’s Premier Gateway to Space does not happen overnight. It takes decades of dedication by men and women around the United States.Acting Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Donovan visited the men and women at the 45th Space Wing and attended the 50th anniversary event of NASA’s historical Apollo 11, July 19-22.Since former President
  • Passing the torch, 45th SW change of command

    Brig. Gen. Doug Schiess, former senior military assistant to the Under Secretary of the Air Force at the Pentagon, took command of the 45th Space Wing from Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith during a change of command ceremony, Aug. 23, 2018, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla.As the commander, Schiess commands Patrick AFB and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.
  • Airmen from 45th Space Wing, service members unfurl flag at Daytona Coke Zero Sugar 400

    Over 100 service members gathered at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona, Fla., July 7, 2018, for a flag unfurling before the night’s race, the Daytona Coke Zero Sugar 400.Airmen from both Patrick and Moody Air Force Bases, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen took to the infield to unfurl a football field-sized American flag
  • It’s not Science Fiction – 45th Space Wing “Triad” enables space-based orbital-defense capability

    On Jan. 18, the fourth piece in the Space Based Infrared System, or SBIRS, was successfully launched into orbit from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, completing the SBIRS 'constellation' – a network of satellites allowing unparalleled defense capability for the United States.Hundreds of hands, ranging from engineers, Airmen, generals, technicians,
  • A lesson in resiliency; Airman shares journey after combat injury takes his leg

    Difficult and challenging things happen to everyone, but having resiliency is the ability to bounce back after facing diversity, said the 45th Space Wing Interim Command Chief Master Sgt. Alexander Hall as he addressed Airmen during Wingman Day.The command chief then turned the floor over to Staff Sgt. August O’Niell, pararescueman, and his Air
  • 45th Space Wing enables nation's space mission

    Space launches may soon be an almost weekly sight on Florida's Space Coast. As the need for space lift grows globally, partnerships between the Air Force, other government agencies and the commercial space industry are enhancing the 45th Space Wing's vision of remaining the world's premier gateway to space.
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Another great launch with a gorgeous view. #SpeedofSpace https://t.co/SCyp5XeKQT
Another great launch with a gorgeous view. #SpeedofSpace https://t.co/SCyp5XeKQT
.@SecAFOfficial Frank Kendall emphasized the Department of the Air Force's need to modernize and utilize AI as a tool and application to stay competitive during the Reagan National Defense Forum. Learn more 👇 https://t.co/CRV2Ge89Wi
Our intel professionals like Master Sgt. Meiman are always working to keep our nation safe! Thanks for all you do! #SemperSupra https://t.co/1KRuOETEjm
As the only active Space Force astronaut, Col Nick Hague embodies what it means to have Guardian Spirit. Hague is currently undergoing training for a mission on the International Space Station! #SpaceForce #Commitment #Connection #Courage https://t.co/cegKlrdVb3
As the only active Space Force astronaut, Col Nick Hague embodies what it means to have Guardian Spirit. Hague is currently undergoing training for a mission on the International Space Station! #SpaceForce #Commitment #Connection #Courage https://t.co/cegKlrdVb3
Meet a #Guardian innovator who is actively improving your GPS capabilities! Maj. Jessica Mahoney, a prior enlisted @USNavy Sailor, uses her background to drive her to keep our Space Force's command & control assets second to none. Read more 👇 https://t.co/JLV23BY1O8 https://t.co/ACWmpKaoNm Meet a #Guardian innovator who is actively improving your GPS capabilities! Maj. Jessica Mahoney, a prior enlisted @USNavy Sailor, uses her background to drive her to keep our Space Force's command & control assets second to none. Read more 👇 
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Congratulations @SLD45 on another successful launch. That is an amazing view. #SemperSupra https://t.co/r6hWzN75nH
Congratulations @SLD45 on another successful launch. That is an amazing view. #SemperSupra https://t.co/r6hWzN75nH
Congratulations @SLD45 on another successful launch. That is an amazing view. #SemperSupra https://t.co/r6hWzN75nH

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