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6th Space Operations Squadron | |
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Active | 1983–1998; 1998–present |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Type | Satellite Operations |
Role | Defense Meteorological Satellite Program Control |
Garrison/HQ | Schriever AFB, Colorado |
Motto(s) | Supra et Ultra Latin Above and Beyond |
Decorations | Air Force Outstanding Unit Award[1] |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Gen John E. Hyten |
Insignia | |
6th Space Operations Squadron emblem (approved 14 January 2008)[1] | |
4000th Support Gp emblem (approved 10 November 1964)[1] |
The 6th Space Operations Squadron is an Air Force Reserve satellite command and control squadron located at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado. The squadron is a backup to NOAA for Defense Meteorological Satellite Program operations.