It was noted yesterday a considerable number of objects that perform communications roles in GEO orbit and some objects in LEO where declassified by USSTRATCOM. Historical data going back to 2015 is now present in their database for these objects. Space Track confirmed this was intentional by responding to a twitter post I made with this statement: "You're correct. We are releasing additional data about some space objects not previously available. USSTRATCOM has a new policy to enhance SSA data sharing, transparency and spaceflight safety." You can follow the discussion here: https://twitter.com/coastal8049/status/1070978899645845506 Not since early 1983 has there been this level of transparency in the use of space. They still have some work to do but this is a good first step! Regards, Scott Tilley _______________________________________________ Seesat-l mailing list http://mailman.satobs.org/mailman/listinfo/seesat-lReceived on Fri Dec 07 2018 - 12:49:32 UTC
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