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Space Force Plans $905 Million for Maneuverable GEO Program

Oct. 23, 2025

The Space Force expects to award $905 million in contracts over the next five years through a new Maneuverable GEO program, which aims to form a commercial fleet of mobile communication satellites in geosynchronous orbit.

New Report: Air Force Can’t Afford ‘Runaway’ R&D, Needs More Aircraft

Oct. 23, 2025

For more than a decade, the Pentagon have steadily invested more and more of its budget in research and development compared to procurement—resulting in a “smaller, older, and less capable force than it needs,” according to a new analysis from the Center for a New American Security think tank.

Northrop Checks Off Sentinel Milestones While Still Working on Program Restructure

Oct. 22, 2025

While the Sentinel ICBM program writ large is undergoing a major restructure due to cost and schedule overages, prime contractor Northrop Grumman is touting progress on milestones with the missile itself.

Air Force to Inspect All Dorms for ‘Clean, Comfortable, Safe’ Living Conditions

Oct. 22, 2025

The Air Force has ordered officials across the service to inspect every Airman’s dorm room as part of the Pentagon’s new effort to improve barracks conditions for all service members.

Experts: US Needs Whole-of-Government Approach to Match China in Cislunar

Oct. 22, 2025

As the gap between U.S. and China’s space capabilities narrows, national security space experts say the Space Force and the broader Pentagon should forge stronger connections with the Intelligence Community and NASA in order to stay ahead.

Hybrid SATCOM: Delivering Resilient and Agile Connectivity Today

Oct. 22, 2025

L3Harris is delivering the next chapter of human connectivity with Hybrid Satellite Communications (SATCOM).

Startup Apex Latest to Plan Golden Dome Demo with Launch Set for 2026

Oct. 22, 2025

Satellite manufacturer Apex announced it would launch a space-based interceptor demonstration next summer—the latest company to unveil plans to prototype technology that could contribute to the Pentagon’s Golden Dome missile defense project.

Northrop: ‘Multiple‘ B-21s in Ground Test, Production Increase in Negotiations

Oct. 21, 2025

Multiple B-21s are undergoing ground tests and being prepared to join the two aircraft now in test flight, and the Northrop Grumman is negotiating with the Air Force about how expanded production for the bomber could be accomplished, president and CEO Kathy Warden said Oct. 21. She also suggested a…

Lockheed Says It’s Self-Funding Prototypes. Could a ‘Ferrari’ F-35 Be One?

Oct. 21, 2025

Lockheed Martin is taking a “home run” approach to self-funded research and development by going ahead and building full prototypes to show to the U.S. government, CEO Jim Taiclet said Oct. 20—a plan he hinted could apply to technology the company is hoping to shift to the F-35 from its…

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