The Air Force on July 23 successfully launched two previously classified geosynchronous space situational awareness satellites designed to serve as on-orbit watchmen and as deterrents to nations that may be considering launching counterspace satellites. The satellites flew on a United Launch Alliance Delta IV rocket as part of Air Force Space Command-4, a mission that included the two Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program (GSSAP) assets as well as an experimental SSA satellite that is part of the Air Force Research...
