The 460th Space Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force, falling under the jurisdiction of the Air Force Space Command. Established in 1982, this wing serves as the primary operating agency for the Delta II and Atlas V launch vehicles at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. The 460th Space Wing’s core mission is to provide assured access to space through the operation of these rockets, which are crucial for various national security and civilian space missions, including satellite launches and scientific research. Throughout its history, the unit has played a significant role in numerous high-profile space launches, contributing to advancements in fields such as telecommunications, navigation, weather forecasting, and Earth observation.