Advanced Navigation Technology Launches Aboard Upcoming Spacecraft
Lockheed Martin and the US Space Force are testing a new digital atomic clock aboard the next GPS III satellite, scheduled to launch in early 2026. The technology is part of several new innovations being tested on the 10th GPS III satellite, according to Lockheed Martin Vice President for Navigation Systems Malik Musawwir. The development was reported by Aviation Week, which provides in-depth coverage of the aerospace and defense industries. The launch of this advanced navigation technology may have significant implications for the future of space exploration and defense.