For the January Luncheon:
Please RSVP to Sheryl Glore or use PayPal reservation and payment method no later than Friday prior to the January 15th for scheduled luncheon (9 Jan).
Corporate Sponsors: Please RSVP with names and menu selection for your attendees so we will have an accurate headcount.
January Luncheon
Thursday, 15 January 2009
The
Tides Club (formally NCO Club)
1008 S. Hwy A1A Bldg 967
Patrick AFB, FL 32925-5374
11:00 AM Registration
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Luncheon
Guest Speaker: Mr. Gordon Houser
Topic: The Global Positioning System
Mr. Gordon Houser is the Lockheed Martin Launch Site Manager for GPS IIR-M and GPSIII. Lockheed-Martin is developing the GPS IIR-M upgrade that will incorporate two new military signals for enhanced accuracy and a second civil signal on a different frequency to eight existing GPS IIR spacecraft already built and held in storage. In addition, the modernized series will offer a modernized antenna panel that provides increased signal power to receivers on the ground, enhanced encryption and anti-jamming capabilities for the military.
The GPS Block III is an initiative of the US Air Force intended to meet the requirements for satellite-based navigation and timing capabilities over the next 30 years. Two industry teams led by Lockheed-Martin and Boeing are currently competing for the GPS Block III program. Finally, the US Air Force selected Lockheed Martin-led team to build eight GPS IIIA satellites worth $1.4 billion with the first spacecraft to be placed into orbit in 2014. The US Air Force GPS Block III plans call for the procurement of eight GPS IIIB and 16 GPS IIIC satellites in later increments.
Menu Choices: Flank Steak with Peppers and Onions (Turf) or Garlic Shrimp over Linguine. (Seafood)
Cost: Pay at the door or use PayPal for online payment. No shows will be billed.
Industry, E6, or GS-09 and higher- $12
E5 or GS-07 and lower - $6
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