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About Martin Faga 

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From 1989 to 1993, Martin “Marty” Faga was both Director, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Assistant Secretary for Space, U.S. Air Force. From 2000 to 2006, he was President and CEO, The Mitre Corporation. From 2013 to 2023, he was Chairman of the Board, Resilient Navigation and Timing Foundation. Matteo Luccio interviewed him shortly before he passed away on October 19, 2023.

Posts by Martin Faga 

From “We don’t need it” to “We can’t live without it” Posted on 04 Dec 2023 in the Defense & GNSS & Latest News & UAV/UGV & Uncategorized categories.

Martin Faga sheds light on the early days of the GPS program, including the attempts to halt it in the early 1980s. He emphasizes the significance of being able to navigate easily and accurately and have precise time, not only for military operations but also for civilian life. Read more»