SPOCMD601 governs the mission, organization, and responsibilities of United States Space Force Satellite Control Network squadrons.
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It describes Space Delta 6’s mission, SCN units, equipment, and major components, including scheduling, communications, orbital analysis, and tracking systems. Compliance with the publication is mandatory, and the publication may not be supplemented or further implemented or extended.
Applies to: This MD does not apply to Air National Guard (ANG) or Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) units and members.
Space Delta 6 Satellite Control Network (SCN) mission is to provide, through telemetry, tracking, and commanding (TT&C), assured access to space systems in varying threat level environments and to distribute space system information in support of operational Department of Defense (DoD) missions, National Security Space (NSS), Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) programs, and other designated users. (paragraph 1)
The ESD system accepts and processes requests for the use of SCN resources in support of space operations activities including space launches and satellite vehicle contacts. (paragraph 1)
OAS provides 22 SOPS the ability to supply many orbit products to SCN customer agencies. (paragraph 1)
The L-band is defined as the range of frequencies between approximately 1000 and 2000 MHz. (paragraph 1)