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NASA Spaceflight • Chris Bergin, Martin Smith

Orbex collapse won't halt UK push to develop domestic small‑satellite launch capability

The collapse of UK-based small‑launcher Orbex marks a setback for Europe’s small‑satellite launch sector. UK officials and industry say the exit won’t derail efforts to establish a sovereign domestic small‑satellite launch capability, with rival firms and government programmes expected to sustain development momentum.

2026-02-17T01:12:50.949242-08:00
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DefenseNews.com • Gordon Arthur

Australia Prepares Next Batch of 'Ghost Bat' Collaborative Combat Aircraft

By DefenseNews.com: The Royal Australian Air Force is on track to have 10 operational Ghost Bat collaborative combat aircraft by 2028.

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2026-02-17T02:36:09.126694-08:00
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SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

Leonardo backs development of Earth‑observation constellation to showcase capabilities and seed wider European initiatives

By SpaceNews.com: Leonardo is funding an Earth observation constellation designed to highlight its capabilities while also being a model for larger European initiatives.

2026-02-17T00:52:56.936040-08:00