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BARD Mission Launched by York Space Systems

Demonstrating Next-Generation Communications Capabilities for NASA

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Tom Patton
Jul 31, 2025
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The York Space Systems BARD mission satellite was launched last week from Vandenberg AFB in California. York was able to establish contact with the satellite on the first attempt and reports all systems are healthy on orbit.

“From Dragoon to BARD, we’re delivering complete space missions that meet the most urgent operational needs of our customers."
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