Exercises
Testbeds are unique collaborative spaces where researchers and forecasters work together to improve weather products and services.
In the testbed environment, researchers and forecasters work alongside each other to integrate new observing systems into models, test and streamline data assimilation methods, test model improvements, and strategize new developments for the benefit of the public.
All of the NOAA Testbeds host Testbed Exercises, which usually occur on a yearly basis. These exercises bring together forecasters, customers, regulators, internal and external research and development staff, and federal partners to explore the current capabilities, needs, and gaps of current NOAA weather services.
One of the main goals of the Space Weather Prediction Testbed's Exercises is to ACCELERATE emerging concepts and new technologies for improving space weather prediction as well as to inform O2R (Operations to Research).
2025 GNSS User Engagement
A GNSS User Engagement will be hosted by NOAA SWPC between 9 am and 12:30 pm on May 21st, 2025. Virtual or in-person participation is welcome. More details will be provided here. Please contact Tzu-Wei Fang (tzu-wei.fang@noaa.gov) if you have any questions.

2025 Artemis-II Human Spaceflight Support Exercise Information
Space Weather Testbed Exercise in support of Human Space Exploration and the Artemis-II Mission
2023 Satellite Environment Testbed Exercise
From 25-27 October, SWPC hosted over 110 people from satellite operators, tracking and maneuver services, commercial service providers, government organizations, academia, and o
2022 Testbed Exercise for Aviation
September 20-22, the Space Weather Prediction Center held our inaugural Space Weather Prediction Testbed Exercise