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SpaceX Prepares Classified Payload Launch for United States Space Force

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 15
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What happened

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SpaceX is preparing to launch a classified mission, designated USSF-481, for the United States Space Force on Thursday afternoon from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The Falcon 9 rocket, using booster B1081, is scheduled to lift off at 5:01 p.m. PDT. The mission will target a low Earth orbit inclined about 80 degrees from the Equator.

From spaceflightnow.com

Why it matters

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SpaceX provides launch services and classified payloads to the United States Space Force. This type of classified defense contract validates operational spending within the defense sector.

From spaceflightnow.com

Who's involved

  • SpaceXProvides launch services and classified payloads to the United States Space Force.
  • United States Space ForceReceives launch services and classified payloads from SpaceX.
  • PENTAGONMay benefit from the fulfillment of a classified defense contract for the United States Space Force.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • PENTAGONSpeculative

    Could see increased revenue from fulfilling a classified defense contract for the United States Space Force.

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