space   Satellite   Space Force   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation   Defense Policy  
SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Space Force plans expansion as satellites become targets; vice chief forecasts force could double

As satellites face growing threats, U.S. Space Force leaders say the service is at a 'pivotal' point and is planning significant expansion. The vice chief predicts personnel could roughly double within a decade, while STARCOM's commander released a strategic vision to build combat‑ready forces and broaden mission sets.

Also: Aerospace America and orbitaltoday.com
2026-01-22T12:36:41.111022-08:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   Supply Chain   Europe   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
Reuters

France places first order for long‑range loitering munitions from MBDA and Aviation Design

By Reuters: France's military has placed its first order for long-range kamikaze drones from local defence firms as it seeks to develop its own drone production capacity after drawing lessons from how the war is being fought in Ukraine.

2026-01-22T07:07:56.355508-08:00
aviation   PaxEx   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Airlines  
AirInsight • Pablo Diaz

Copa Airlines to Offer Fleet-wide Wi‑Fi from October 2026, Ending Regional Connectivity Gap

By AirInsight: Copa Airlines announced it will offer onboard Wi-Fi service starting in October 2026. The decision, confirmed through the company's official channels, represents a major shift in the product strategy maintained over the last decade, during which it remained the only major continental carrier in the region without passenger connectivity.

2026-01-22T12:15:48.194628-08:00