Vandenberg Air Force Base is a United States Air Force Base located in the central coast region of California. It is situated northwest of the city of Santa Barbara, and is the third largest Air Force base in California.
Vandenberg Air Force Base is a strategic location for launching military and civilian spacecraft. The base is used for testing and launching intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), satellites, and other space-based systems. It is also home to the 30th Space Wing, which is responsible for managing all space and missile launch operations from the base.
The base covers over 99,000 acres of land and is divided into several areas, including the main base area, the launch complex area, and the housing area. The main base area includes administrative buildings, housing for military personnel, and recreational facilities. The launch complex area includes launch pads, control centers, and other facilities used for launching rockets and missiles.
Vandenberg Air Force Base is a critical component of the United States' national security infrastructure and plays a vital role in military and civilian space operations. The base is also open to the public for guided tours and features a museum showcasing the history of missile testing and space launches from the base.
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