Dec 20, 2025 · “dogfightin­g.” Satellites whizzing by each other at close range, maneuverin­g to gain strategic advantage, is a new developmen­t in the militariza­tion of space — and increasing­ly …

Dec 18, 2025 · U.S. and Chinese satellites routinely spy on each other in orbit, rehearsing for more aggressive operations in the event of war.

Dec 15, 2025 · RPOs involve two satellites maneuvering closely around each other, and can be used for various military missions ranging from inspection to refueling to repair, or even to attack an enemy...

Apr 25, 2025 · In low and geostationary orbits, Chinese and Russian satellites continue to demonstrate precise and complex maneuvers that signal growing operator proficiency.

May 2, 2025 · China, which has several ambitious space programs, including a space station and a manned mission to the moon, was spotted using its satellites to conduct "dogfighting" maneuvers, …

Dec 21, 2025 · Like any good tactical fighter, the American spacecraft, known as USA 270, approached from behind, so that the sun would be at its back, illuminating the quarry. But then one of the …

Mar 19, 2025 · Space Force Vice Chief of Space Operations Gen. Michael Guetlein says commercial satellite tracking systems have observed five Chinese satellites maneuvering in and out and around …