What is the role of the Space Planner in the MAAP Team?

The role of the Space Planner in the MAAP Team primarily involves ensuring that military operations benefit from timely and effective use of satellite capabilities. This includes coordinating target assignment times with the schedule of satellite overflights, which is crucial for gaining real-time intelligence and situational awareness. By synchronizing target engagement with satellite capabilities, the Space Planner enhances the effectiveness of the air operations, optimizing the use of space assets for surveillance, imagery, and communications. This coordination is essential for executing tactical plans that rely on precise timing and information dissemination from space resources.