Defence Space Command
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| Defence Space Command | |
|---|---|
| Active | 18 January 2022 - present |
| Country | Australia |
| Branch | Royal Australian Air Force |
| Type | Joint space command |
| Role | Space operations |
| Motto(s) | "The Ultimate High Ground" |
| Commanders | |
| Defence Space Commander | Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts |
The Defence Space Command (DSpC) is an Australian Defence Force integrated tri-service headquarters in Joint Capabilities Group (JCG) tasked with conducting strategic space planning, as well as design, construction, maintenance and operation of space facilities. DSpC operates with personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Army and the RAAF together with the Australian Public Service reporting to the CJC.[1] The current Defence Space Commander is Major General Greg Novak. [2][3]
See also
References
- ^ "Defence Space Command". Royal Australian Air Force. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ Hurst, Daniel (22 March 2022). "China could 'take out' Australian satellites says new head of Defence's space command". The Guardian Australia. Retrieved 22 March 2022.
- ^ "Defence Space Commander". Royal Australian Air Force. Retrieved 19 April 2022.
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