PEGASUS

Last updated September 20, 2025

PEGASUS is an encryption algorithm used for satellite telemetry, command link and mission data transfers.

According to a budget item justification document for FY 2004–2005,^[1] this cryptographic algorithm is used for Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Space-Based Infrared Systems (SBIRS), MILSATCOM, and other Special Project Systems.

References

↑ "USAF Committee Staff Procurement Backup Book FY 2004/2005 Biennial Budget Estimates" (PDF). p. 187 (Missile Procurement, Air Force, Budget Activity 05, Other Support, Item No. 18). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2007-10-15. Retrieved 2009-04-29.

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[1] "USAF Committee Staff Procurement Backup Book FY 2004/2005 Biennial Budget Estimates" (PDF). p. 187 (Missile Procurement, Air Force, Budget Activity 05, Other Support, Item No. 18). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2007-10-15. Retrieved 2009-04-29.

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