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Space Force Awards GPS Ground Contract amid OCX Uncertainty

April 9, 2026

The Space Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $105 million contract to continue supporting its interim GPS ground system as the Pentagon considers the future of a broader, long-delayed modernization effort.

Space Force Picks 14 Firms to Compete to Build Reconnaissance Satellites

April 9, 2026

The Space Force chose an initial pool of 14 contractors to compete to build a constellation of maneuverable satellites designed to observe and track activity in geosynchronous orbit.

Air Force Tanker, Airlift Fleet Could Get a ‘Moving Map App’ to Boost Battlespace Awareness

April 8, 2026

In an effort to improve connectivity aboard Air Force tanker and mobility aircraft, the Pentagon’s commercial technology innovation unit wants a system to install new applications on aircraft, such as a moving map display that helps aircrew see through the fog of war.

New Report Highlights Global Trend Toward ‘Bodyguard’ Satellites

April 8, 2026

As the list of countries developing both kinetic and nonkinetic space weapons grows, more nations are investing in “bodyguard” capabilities designed to protect and respond to threats against their space assets, according to a new report.

A New Device Gives the A-10 Warthog Another Way to Refuel

April 8, 2026

The Air Force has developed a probe refueling adapter that could give the aging A-10 Thunderbolt II more options for refueling. The Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Command Test Center led the effort, along with multiple other organizations, to provide the A-10 with probe-and-drogue air refueling capability in addition…

As US Announces Ceasefire with Iran, Pentagon Says Forces Will ‘Stay Ready’

April 8, 2026

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claimed “a historic military victory” after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire late April 7, even as he and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine said American forces will remain “ready” to resume operations should the ceasefire expire without a longer peace deal.

Air Force Wants a New, Affordable Standoff Attack Missile by 2033

April 7, 2026

The Air Force wants a new, affordable, air-launched standoff cruise missile ready to field in 2033. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced April 6 it will hold an industry day event to conduct market research on the Standoff Attack Weapon, or SoAW, on June 17 at Eglin Air…

Space Force Resets Modernization Plan for Its Aging Satellite Control Network

April 7, 2026

After canceling a program to modernize the network of antennas that track and manage Defense Department and other U.S. government satellites, the Space Force has issued a notice to industry seeking input on what existing infrastructure might be available to meet that need.

Department of Air Force Cuts Transition Window for Civilian Job Training

April 7, 2026

The Department of the Air Force has cut the number of days all ranks of Airmen and Guardians can gain civilian work experience through the SkillBridge program during their last six months of service.

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