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Space Launch Delta 45

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Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, United States
www.patrick.spaceforce.mil/
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The 45th Space Wing supported 18 launches in 2019.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Narrative GeneralJan 7, 2020Starlink’s busy launch schedule is workable, says 45th Space Wing

The 45th Space Wing oversees preparation and launching of U.S. government and commercial satellites from Cape Canaveral and operates the Eastern Range.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingOrg RelationshipJan 4, 202045th Space Wing prepares for first launch under the U.S. Space Force

The 45th Space Wing projected as many as 30 launches for 2019, although some launches were likely to be delayed.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Narrative GeneralOct 9, 201945th Space Wing commander: Changes underway to support commercial launch

The Air Force 45th Space Wing will support the WGS-10 launch from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 37.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Org RelationshipMar 7, 2019Air Force prepares to launch WGS-10 as negotiations with Boeing continue over future satellites

Wayne Monteith planned to retire after completing his tour at the 45th Space Wing last year but took the opportunity to run the FAA’s commercial space office to remain involved in launch activities.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingOrg RelationshipFeb 13, 2019New FAA commercial space head promises transparency with industry

The FAA announced in November that Wayne Monteith, a retired U.S. Air Force brigadier general who previously commanded the 45th Space Wing, would take over as associate administrator for commercial space transportation on 2019-01-20.

Mentioned as: 45th space wingNarrative GeneralFeb 5, 2019Shutdown delays proposed revisions to launch licensing regulations

The 45th Space Wing at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station supported 20 launches and 10 landings in 2018.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Org RelationshipJan 26, 2019Air Force Space Command confident private companies can support military launch needs

The 45th Space Wing operates Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingOrg RelationshipJan 17, 2019Relativity to build launch site at Cape Canaveral

Relativity received a Statement of Capability from the 45th Space Wing allowing development of a launch facility on Launch Complex 16 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingOrg RelationshipJan 17, 2019Relativity to build launch site at Cape Canaveral

On 2019-01-17 Relativity was granted a Right of Entry for Launch Complex 16 (LC-16) at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station by the 45th Space Wing of the United States Air Force.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingTechnical ProductJan 17, 2019Relativity Wins Right of Entry for Rocket Launch Site at Cape Canaveral

Wayne Monteith served from August 2015 until August 2019 as commander of the 45th Space Wing, which is responsible for operations of the Eastern Range that supports launches from Cape Canaveral.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Narrative GeneralNov 29, 2018Former Air Force general picked to lead FAA commercial space office

Brigadier General Wayne Monteith initiated the "drive to 48" campaign to achieve 48 launches per year from the 45th Space Wing.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Narrative GeneralOct 15, 201845th Space Wing gears up for surge in launch activity

The 45th Space Wing had completed 20 launches and had five launches scheduled for the rest of the year, targeting 24 launches to reach half of the drive to 48 goal.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Technical ProductOct 15, 201845th Space Wing gears up for surge in launch activity

Douglas Schiess was sworn in on 2018-08-23 as commander of the 45th Space Wing and director of the Eastern Range headquartered at Patrick Air Force Base.

Mentioned as: 45th Space WingOrg RelationshipOct 15, 201845th Space Wing gears up for surge in launch activity

The U.S. Air Force’s 45th Space Wing, which operates Cape Canaveral, tweeted late 2018-05-06 advising caution when entering and exiting Cape Canaveral Air Force Station due to union strike activities and to anticipate possible delays.

Mentioned as: Space Launch Delta 45Narrative GeneralMay 7, 2018ULA machinists go on strike
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