US Space Command Pushes For Dynamic Maneuvering In Space Domain
The US Space Force is now embracing space mobility as a key component of orbital warfare, with Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman expressing support for the concept. The service is working closely with US Space Command to explore the technology and operational concepts for on-orbit maneuverability and satellite refueling. The Objective Force plan, released by the Space Force, includes demonstrations of on-orbit refueling and fielding operational space tugs. Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems have announced plans to self-fund on-orbit maneuver demonstrations, citing the apparent increase in Space Force demand. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.