Space All Sources Flashcard 1

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Which military branch has conducted notable investigations into UFO sightings?

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The U.S. Navy

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What government program was established in 2007 to investigate UFO sightings?

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The Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP)

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What term is often used to refer to encounters with UFOs that involve military personnel?

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Close encounters

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In what year did the U.S. Navy update its guidelines for reporting UFO sightings?

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2019

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What term is used to describe the study of flying objects that are not known or identified by the U.S. government?

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UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena)

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What is the primary objective of the National Security Space Strategy?

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To maintain competitive edge, protect national interests, and enhance security

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How many key objectives are included in the National Security Space Strategy?

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5

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What percentage of U.S. space assets are reported to be commercially owned?

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80%

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By what year does the report aim for the U.S. to achieve a leading position in space?

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By 2025

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How many critical debris objects are in space, which pose a threat to satellites?

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27,000 pieces