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20th Space Surveillance Squadron | |
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Active | 1966 – present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Space Force |
Type | Space operations |
Role | Space surveillance |
Size | 250 personnel |
Part of | Space Delta 2 |
Home base | Eglin AFB, Florida |
Motto(s) | "Detect – Track – Identify" |
Mascot(s) | Eagles |
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Decorations | Air Force Outstanding Unit Award |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Lt Col Derek Haun |
Insignia | |
Former 20th Space Control Squadron emblem |
The 20th Space Surveillance Squadron (20 SPSS) is a Space Delta 2 unit located at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida with the mission to execute multiplatform, tactical space warfighting domain characterization, recognition, and responsiveness to achieve 21st Space Wing and United States Space Command intent. The unit, formerly designated the 20th Space Control Squadron (20 SPCS), was renamed on 25 March 2022.