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Mission Description:
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UHF systems support tens of thousands of stationary and mobile users ashore
and afloat. The UFO satellite system will replace the Fleet Satellite Communications
(FLTSATCOM) and the Leased Satellites (LEASAT), which provide links between naval aircraft,
ships, submarines and ground stations, and between strategic air headquarters and the
National Command Authority (NCA) network. UFO will improve UHF protection against electronic
threats and provide an interim Global Broadcast Service (GBS) capability via onboard GBS
transmitters on satellites F8 - F10.
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Provides ship-to-shore, fleet broadcast and other priority UHF communications
links for tactical users, low-intensity conflict (LIC), and special operations;
maintains DoD's world-wide UHF communications capability; ensures interoperability with
most existing UHF terminals; provides secure and jam-resistant telemetry,
tracking and command (TT&C) functions; provides jam-resistant uplinks
(fleet broadcast); electromagnetic pulse (EMP) -protected. Will support
10,000+ manpack, ship, airborne, and mobile and fixed ground UHF terminals
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