Australia looks towards space with force restructure, investment and training
Australia is looking to improve its presence in space with a focus on communications and creating a dedicated segment of its defence forces committed to the domain.
Civilian Guardians participate in Challenging “Azimuth” Aerospace Missions Training. (Photo: US Space Force)
The growing proliferation of in-orbit threats and the difficulty of accessing simulation and emulation solutions capable of reproducing them have been a concern for the US Space Force (USSF). In its FY2025 budget proposal, the service plans to address capability gaps and improve its training equipment.
Over the next fiscal year, the branch intends to progress with several programmes related to the acquisition, modification and development of equipment and software to provide guardians with immersive, safe and secure instruction environments.
During a recent webinar conducted by the US-based think tank Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, LT Gen. David N.
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Australia is looking to improve its presence in space with a focus on communications and creating a dedicated segment of its defence forces committed to the domain.
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