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U.S. Space Force Launches SF/S9 for Future Operations

4/3/2026

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The U.S. Space Force will establish SF/S9 Force Design and Analysis on April 21, replacing Space Futures Command after Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, signed a memo detailing duties.
SF/S9 will forecast future operational environments and develop force plans.
It will coordinate with existing Space Force entities and pursue innovative strategies.
The Air Force reorganization under AF/A5/7 consolidates core functions amid political challenges from the Trump administration.

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The U.S. Space Force will establish SF/S9 Force Design and Analysis on April 21, replacing Space Futures Command after Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, signed a memo detailing duties.
SF/S9 will forecast future operational environments and develop force plans.
It will coordinate with existing Space Force entities and pursue innovative strategies.
The Air Force reorganization under AF/A5/7 consolidates core functions amid political challenges from the Trump administration.