Defence Space Command

The Defence Space Command (DSpC) is an Australian Defence Force integrated tri-service headquarters in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) tasked with conducting strategic space planning, as well as design, construction, maintenance and operation of space facilities. DSpC operates with personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Army and the RAAF together with the Australian Public Service reporting to the Chief of Air Force.[1] The inaugural Defence Space Commander is Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts.[2][3]

Defence Space Command
Active18 January 2022 - present
CountryAustralia
BranchRoyal Australian Air Force
TypeJoint space command
RoleSpace operations
Motto(s)"The Ultimate High Ground"
Commanders
Defence Space CommanderAir Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts

See also

References
  1. "Defence Space Command". Royal Australian Air Force. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
  2. Hurst, Daniel (22 March 2022). "China could 'take out' Australian satellites says new head of Defence's space command". The Guardian Australia. Retrieved 22 March 2022.
  3. "Defence Space Commander". Royal Australian Air Force. Retrieved 19 April 2022.
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