# USA-244

> United States Space Force military communications satellite constellation

**Wikidata**: [Q14760470](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q14760470)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USA-244)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/usa-244

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **USA-244**:

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## Summary  
USA-244 is a military communications satellite operated by the United States Space Force (formerly the United States Air Force). Launched in 2013, it is part of the Wideband Global SATCOM constellation, providing secure telecommunications for U.S. military operations. The satellite was manufactured by Boeing and orbits Earth in geostationary orbit.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch date**: August 8, 2013  
- **Operator**: United States Air Force (now part of the U.S. Space Force)  
- **Manufacturer**: Boeing  
- **Launch vehicle**: Delta IV Medium+(5,4)  
- **Launch site**: Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 37  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2013-041A  
- **Orbit**: Geostationary orbit  
- **Satellite class**: Communications satellite  
- **Significant event**: Rocket launch on August 8, 2013, from Cape Canaveral  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the purpose of USA-244?  
A: USA-244 is a military communications satellite designed to provide secure, high-bandwidth telecommunications for U.S. defense operations worldwide.  

### Q: Who built USA-244?  
A: The satellite was manufactured by Boeing and launched under the oversight of the United States Air Force (now Space Force).  

### Q: Where was USA-244 launched from?  
A: It was launched from Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 37 aboard a Delta IV Medium+(5,4) rocket.  

## Why It Matters  
USA-244 plays a critical role in modern military communications, enabling secure and reliable data transmission for U.S. and allied forces. As part of the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) constellation, it enhances global defense communications, supporting missions ranging from real-time intelligence sharing to command and control operations. Its geostationary orbit ensures consistent coverage over strategic regions, making it indispensable for national security. The satellite's advanced capabilities represent a significant upgrade over earlier systems, ensuring interoperability with allied forces and resilience against electronic warfare threats.  

## Notable For  
- **Military communications**: Part of the WGS constellation, a cornerstone of U.S. defense satellite networks.  
- **High-bandwidth capabilities**: Supports secure, high-data-rate transmissions for global operations.  
- **Geostationary orbit**: Provides persistent coverage over fixed regions, critical for strategic missions.  

## Body  
### Launch and Deployment  
- **Launch date**: August 8, 2013  
- **Launch vehicle**: Delta IV Medium+(5,4)  
- **Launch site**: Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 37  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Operator**: United States Air Force (transitioned to U.S. Space Force)  
- **Manufacturer**: Boeing  
- **Orbit type**: Geostationary  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2013-041A  

### Role in WGS Constellation  
- Provides global military communications coverage.  
- Enhances interoperability with allied forces.  
- Supports high-bandwidth applications, including video and data transmission.  

### Historical Context  
- Part of a broader effort to modernize U.S. military satellite communications.  
- Replaced older systems like the Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS).  

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report