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460th Space Wing

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The 460th Space Wing (SW) was a United States Space Force unit responsible for space-based infrared surveillance, tracking, and missile warning. It operated the Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) and the Defense Support Program (DSP). The Wing provided global missile warning and situational awareness to commanders and supported various organizations at Buckley Air Force Base. The 460th Space Wing was inactivated on July 24, 2020, and replaced by the Buckley Garrison.

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Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado, United States
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The 460th Space Wing at Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora, Colorado, operates the SBIRS constellation.

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The Mission Control Station for SBIRS GEO-4 is operated by the 460th Space Wing at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado.

CapabilityValue 3.4Jun 6, 2019Air Force reports progress in missile defense satellite programs
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