Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh released his professional reading list on Feb. 6. It includes nine books chosen by Welsh and three selected by CMSAF James Cody, as well as seven films, seven TED talks, web-based resources, artwork, and photography, according to a Feb. 6 release. “This year’s CSAF Reading List was designed to build understanding,” Welsh said in his message to airmen. “There are stories of airmen, fellow service members, and leaders from many different backgrounds.” The list is available here.
The Space Development Agency wants to wrap up its Tranche 1 launch campaign by the end of spring 2027, flying six more batches of satellites to build out its tracking and data transport constellations, according to Director Gurpartap Sandhoo.


