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U.S. deactivates GSSAP surveillance satellite, two new ones in the works

Written by  Sandra Erwin Tuesday, 15 August 2023 17:03
GSSAP artist rendering. Credit: U.S. Air Force
GSSAP artist rendering.
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A geosynchronous surveillance satellite operated by the U.S. Space Force reached the end of its lifespan and was recently deorbited.

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