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The Space Operations Group (宇宙作戦群, Uchū Sakusengun) is a Japan Air and Space Self-Defense Force unit based at Fuchu Air Base in Fuchu, Tokyo.[1] It is responsible for the JASDF's space domain awareness capability, integrating surveillance data from a sensor near Sanyo-Onoda in Yamaguchi Prefecture, along with data supplied by JAXA and the United States Space Force. The unit also conducts satellite navigation and satellite communications for other military units.[2][3][4]

History

The former Space Operations Squadron was established in 18 May 2020 in a ceremony held by the Japanese Ministry of Defense with 20 JASDF personnel.[5] As of December 2022, the SOS have around 150 personnel.[6] In FY 2020, the "2nd Space Operations Squadron" was set up at Hōfu Air Field.[7][8]

On March 17, 2022, the "Space Operations Group" was established[9] with 150 airmen.[6] The "Space Operations Command Center Operation Squadron" was established on March 18, 2022 with 30 airmen.[10]

On March 16, 2023, the Space Operations Squadron was reorganized into the "1st Space Operations Squadron." The "Space Systems Management Squadron" was established.

Organization

The SOG is established with the following structure as of 2023:[11][12]

  • Space Operations Group Headquarters
  • Space Operations Command Center Operation Squadron
  • 1st Space Operations Squadron
  • 2nd Space Operations Squadron
  • Space System Management Squadron

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Johnston, Eric (2 June 2020). "Japan's new space squadron takes a giant leap forward". Japan Times. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  2. ^ "Japan accelerates defense capability enhancement in new domains". Kyodo News. 3 May 2021. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  3. ^ "Future Space Wars: Japan To Create Military SSA Unit, Incorporate AI Into Self-Defence Forces". SpaceWatch.Global. 22 November 2018. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  4. ^ Farley, Robert (23 April 2021). "Managing the Military Problem of Space: The Case of Japan". The Diplomat. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  5. ^ "Japan sets up its first 'Space Operations Squadron'". Janes. 18 May 2020. Retrieved 9 October 2021.
  6. ^ a b Klinkenborg, Emily (17 January 2023). "DEL 3 strengthens future of Japan's space operations". Space Operations Command (SPOC). Retrieved 3 July 2023.
  7. ^ https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASPCG521MPCGULFA002.html
  8. ^ https://www.city.hofu.yamaguchi.jp/soshiki/1/utyusakusentai5040104.html
  9. ^ https://www.mod.go.jp/asdf/English_page/news/release/2022/20220319-1en.pdf
  10. ^ https://www.sankei.com/article/20220318-EVY2AASGHFNXNK7GOK3FEXEDJE/
  11. ^ http://www.newstokyo.jp/index.php?id=1504
  12. ^ https://www.city.sanyo-onoda.lg.jp/uploaded/attachment/47096.pdf

External links


source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Operations_Squadron_(JASDF)