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US-UK Space Operation Enhances Satellite Inspection Capabilities

9/23/2025

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The United States and United Kingdom conducted Rendezvous Proximity Operation (RPO) from September 4-12, 2025, inspecting the Skynet 5A satellite in geostationary orbit at 22,236 miles.
U.S. Space Command called the operation peaceful and a demonstration of the alliance's readiness for integrated space operations.
Major General Paul Tedman, United Kingdom Space Command, praised it as a significant increase in capability.

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The United States and United Kingdom conducted Rendezvous Proximity Operation (RPO) from September 4-12, 2025, inspecting the Skynet 5A satellite in geostationary orbit at 22,236 miles.
U.S. Space Command called the operation peaceful and a demonstration of the alliance's readiness for integrated space operations.
Major General Paul Tedman, United Kingdom Space Command, praised it as a significant increase in capability.