Força Aérea Brasileira
The Brazilian Armed Forces play a significant role in Brazil's space program, primarily through the Department of Aerospace Science and Technology (DCTA) and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). They are involved in research, development, and project management related to aeronautics, access to space, and defense. The FAB also maintains the Space Operations Center (COPE) to monitor military satellite operations and protect Brazilian assets in space. The Armed Forces coordinate with the Brazilian Space Agency (AEB) and other government bodies to execute the Strategic Space Systems Program (PESE), aimed at enhancing national defense and developing space technologies.
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The Collins Aerospace HF Cellular system provides the Brazilian Army with a way to obtain real-time position reporting through HF.