The first Space Tracking and Surveillance System (STSS) satellite arrived at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., for launch preparation, Northrop Grumman Corp. [NOC] announced. "This delivery is a significant milestone in the development of our nation's ability to defend against an increasing ballistic missile threat," said Gabe Watson, vice president and STSS program manager for Northrop. "As the ... Missile Defense Agency's only space-based midcourse tracking system, STSS is a capability multiplier, improving the performance of the overall missile…
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