Space Operations Squadron (JASDF)

Space Operations Squadron (宇宙作戦隊, Uchū Sakusentai) is a Japan Air Self-Defense Force unit based at Fuchu Air Base in Fuchu, Tokyo.[2] It is responsible for the JASDF's space domain awareness capability, integrating surveillance data from a sensor near Sanyo-Onoda in Yamaguchi Prefecture, along with data supplied by JAXA and the United States Space Force. The unit also conducts satellite navigation and satellite communications for other military units.[3][4][5]

Space Operations Squadron
宇宙作戦隊
Founded18 May 2020 (2 years, 11 months)[1]
Country Japan
Branch Japan Air Self-Defense Force
RoleSpace operations
HeadquartersFuchū Air Base
Insignia
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History

The SOS was established in May 18, 2020 in a ceremony held by the Japanese Ministry of Defense with 20 JASDF personnel.[6] A JASDF spokesman said that the SOS will have 100 personnel in the future.[6]

The squadron will be fully operational in 2023.[7]

See also

References
  1. Johnston, Eric (2 June 2020). "Japan's new space squadron takes a giant leap forward". The Japan Times. Retrieved 9 October 2021.
  2. Johnston, Eric. Japan's new space squadron takes a giant leap forward. Japan Times. 2 June 2020. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  3. Japan accelerates defense capability enhancement in new domains. Kyodo News. 3 May 2021. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  4. Future Space Wars: Japan To Create Military SSA Unit, Incorporate AI Into Self-Defence Forces. SpaceWatch.Global. 22 November 2018. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  5. Farley, Robert. Managing the Military Problem of Space: The Case of Japan. The Diplomat. 23 April 2021. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  6. "Japan sets up its first 'Space Operations Squadron'". Janes. 18 May 2020. Retrieved 9 October 2021.
  7. "Japan establishes space force to improve satellite defences".
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