The U.S. Air Force’s 45th Space Wing provided Eastern Range support to the successful launch of the Thaicom 6 communications satellite from Space Launch Complex 40 here at 5:06 p.m. Jan 6.
The 45th Space Wing team of military personnel, government civilians, and contractors provided launch support to the Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) mission, including weather forecasts, launch and range operations, security, safety, and public affairs.
“I am immensely proud of the work of the wing and our mission partners,” said Col. Robert Pavelko, vice commander, 45th Space Wing, who also served as the Launch Decision Authority.
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