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Space Force Reveals Plans for New Satellite System

October 21, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Space Force plans to launch a new satellite system.
The system will track air, ground, and sea moving targets.
Deployment of RRS-G spacecraft expected within 18 months.

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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate the Space Force's growing focus on enhancing its surveillance capabilities. The Resilient Radar System-Ground could suggest a significant improvement in the service's ability to track and monitor targets, which could have implications for national defense and security.

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What Happened

Tracking Air, Ground, and Sea Targets with Resilient Radar

The US Space Force has announced plans to launch a new satellite system, known as the Resilient Radar System-Ground, which will be capable of tracking air, ground, and sea moving targets. According to Lt. Gen. Gregory Gagnon, the system is expected to be deployed within the next 18 months. This development is part of the Space Force’s efforts to enhance its surveillance capabilities and improve national defense. The announcement was made at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference in September, as reported by National Defense Magazine.

Source | Originally Published: October 20, 2026

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