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Dec. 29, 2023
USSF-52 successfully launches from the Eastern Range

The National Security Space Launch program successfully launched the Falcon Heavy USSF-52 mission on December 28, 2023, from the Eastern Range.
Nov. 30, 2023
Patrick SFB Families recognized as recipients of 2023 General H Norman Schwarzkopf Military Family of the Year Award

Patrick Space Force Base families were recognized as recipients of 2023 General H Norman Schwarzkopf Military Family of the Year Award.U.S. Space Force Capt. Tiffany Crick, USSF executive officer to the SLD 45 vice commander- support, her husband Avtandili, and daughters Athena and Alexandra were
Aug. 28, 2023
SLD 45 hosts media round-table for 99th NSSL launch

U.S. Space Force leadership and launch mission partners held a media round-table with media outlets to discuss the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, Aug. 28, 2023. U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Michael Guetlein, Space Systems Command commander, Tory Bruno,
Aug. 2, 2023
Digital Vanguards: 645th Cyberspace Squadron prevents cyber attacks leading to 100% mission success

The 645th Cyberspace Squadron (CYS) is a Delta Six unit supporting Space Systems Command (SSC). They support Space Launch Delta 45 by working closely with intel and other agencies to identify and prevent advanced, persistent threats interfering with launch capabilities.
May 8, 2023
Remembering the Life and Legacy of an Airman

On April 21, 2023, the 45th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) carried out a cleanup effort along their newly adopted stretch of U.S. Highway 1. This initiative paid tribute to Staff Sgt. Andrew Holman, 45 LRS air traffic controller, who lost his life in a traffic incident on Nov. 11, 2021.
April 18, 2023
Rockets to Relics: Blockhouse from Cape Canaveral SFS’s first launch uncovered

Amidst the futuristic landscape of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS), where cutting-edge space technology propels humanity towards the stars, lies an astonishing archaeological trove dating back to 5000 B.C. Students from the University of Central Florida (UCF) Department of Anthropology
April 4, 2023
Beyond The Hazard Zone: Bioenvironmental's Pivotal Role in Space Launch

Throughout the years, the space launch industry has undergone a tremendous transformation, propelled by groundbreaking technological advancements. Media outlets and spectators capture breathtaking launches up close from secure locations just outside the hazard zones.Just beyond these hazard zones,
Dec. 15, 2022
Airman Rushes to Citizen’s Aid in Car Accident

On September 5, 2022, Airman 1st Class Justin Nystrom, 45th Logistics Readiness Squadron fleet management analysis technician, provided medical aid to a citizen involved in a horrific car crash.
Nov. 4, 2022
SLD 45 On-Boards New Launch Partners To Meet Mission Demand

In the past ten years, there has been a considerable increase in the number of space launches from the Eastern Range (ER).In 2008, seven missions were launched from the ER. Now, in just the first six months of 2022, 27 missions have been launched, establishing an unprecedented launch pace. This
Sept. 14, 2022
Achieving the Speed of Need

Within the early stages of the “space race,” the United States spent years developing and launching rockets and satellites into an uncongested and uncontested space environment.But now, that dynamic has shifted. Due to the advancements in technology and growing competition to dominate this domain,

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