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SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

Tory Bruno joins Blue Origin to lead 'urgent' national‑security space projects, including Blue Ring

Former United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno has joined Blue Origin to lead what he described as “urgent” national‑security space projects, including the Blue Ring effort. Bruno said he took the role to work on important national‑security programs at Blue Origin.

2026-02-20T18:07:21.608331-08:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Workforce & Skills Development   Defense Policy  
DefenseNews.com • Zita Fletcher

US Army Aviation Chief: Drones Transform Combined-Arms Combat

By DefenseNews.com: The commanding general of the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence discusses the impact of unmanned systems on U.S. Army aviation and combined arms.

2026-02-20T15:47:20.063792-08:00
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Reuters

Transport Canada has certified Gulfstream G500 and G600 jets, document says

By Reuters: Transport Canada has certified General Dynamics Gulfstream's G500 and G600 business jets, according to a government document, following a recent spat in which U.S.

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2026-02-20T13:35:44.633286-08:00
space   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives   NASA  
Universe Today • Matthew Williams

Researching Sustainable Water Recycling for Long‑Duration Space Habitats

By Universe Today: If humans want to live in space, whether on spacecraft or the surface of Mars, one of the first problems to solve is that of water for drinking, hygiene, and life-sustaining plants.

2026-02-20T15:15:31.740705-08:00
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Bloomberg • Allyson Versprille

Watchdog: FAA Lacks Resources to Adequately Oversee United Airlines’ Maintenance, Leaving Safety Risks

By Bloomberg: The US Federal Aviation Administration’s oversight of United Airlines Holdings Inc.’s maintenance practices suffers from a lack of resources, meaning some safety risks remain, a government watchdog said.

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2026-02-20T11:05:16.144838-08:00