US Space Force increases efforts to plug training capabilities gaps
Civilian Guardians participate in Challenging “Azimuth” Aerospace Missions Training. (Photo: US Space Force)
The service has been seeking simulation and emulation solutions capable of reproducing multiple in-orbit threats.
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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