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Air Force’s GPS IIF-8 Satellite Signals Controllers Proper Functioning

Friday, November 7th, 2014

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The Air Force’s eighth Global Positioning System (GPS) IIF-series satellite (GPS IIF-8) signaled to controllers it is functioning properly about 3.5 hours after the Oct. 29 launch, according to prime contractor Boeing [BA]. Successful liftoff took place at 1:21 p.m. EDT Oct. 29 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. United Launch Alliance (ULA) was the launch provider, using its Atlas V launch vehicle. The satellite is to enter full operational service during December. The next GPS IIF launch is…

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