FM 3-14 — Army Space Operations
FM 3-14 governs Army space operations, including space mission areas, Army space forces, and their participation in the operations process.
- Publication number: FM 3-14
- Title: ARMY SPACE OPERATIONS
- Date: 02/25/2026
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers the operational environment, space-domain fundamentals, multidomain operations, competition, space forces, and intelligence preparation. It identifies core competencies and requires Army space forces to integrate capabilities, deliver effects, and understand the space domain.
Applies to: DISTRIBUTION: Active Army, Army National Guard, and United States Army Reserve.
Topics covered
- Space mission areas
- Multidomain operations
- Army space forces
- Space-domain fundamentals
- Competition continuum
- Intelligence preparation of the operational environment
Questions and answers
What is the definition of space operations?
Space operations are the employment of space forces in, to, or from space to achieve objectives (JP 3-14). (paragraph 1-1)
What are Army space professionals?
Army space professionals are members of a specialized cadre of Army personnel who are trained in and dedicated to performing space operations. (paragraph 1-1)
How must Army forces integrate space capabilities?
Space operations are not conducted independently of other operations and must remain cognizant of other efforts in the area of operations. (paragraph 1-3)
What do Army space forces do to deliver effects?
Army space forces deliver effects in, from, and through the space domain against threat networks, systems, weapons, and munitions. (paragraph 1-6)
What does interdiction operations require?
Interdiction operations require detailed planning to ensure the appropriate resources are apportioned, allocated, and positioned to be effective. (paragraph 1-9)