space   Satellite   Europe   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
Bloomberg • Gian Volpicelli, Paula Doenecke

SpaceX criticizes EU spectrum-tender approach for Starlink expansion

SpaceX has publicly criticized the European Union’s proposed framework for allocating satellite spectrum, arguing it could constrain Starlink’s growth plans following the company’s record-setting IPO. The dispute highlights how regulatory design for spectrum access is becoming a gating factor for LEO broadband operators in Europe.

Also: Financial Times
2026-06-18T15:24:09.689739-07:00
defense   UAV Development & Drone Programs   AI   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
Wall Street Journal • Marcus Weisgerber

Air Force Buys New Generation of Drones Made to Strike Deep Into Enemy Territory

By Wall Street Journal: Air Force has agreed to deals with two companies for a new fleet of autonomous drone jet fighters designed to help manned warplanes strike targets deep in enemy territory.

2026-06-18T15:51:43.409866-07:00
aviation   Antitrust   Policy & Regulation   Airlines   Spirit Airlines  
The Hill • Finya Swai

House subcommittee to examine airline competition

By The Hill: A House Judiciary subcommittee overseeing antitrust matters will hold a hearing next week examining airline competition and industry regulation after Spirit Airlines shut down all operations last month.

2026-06-18T15:41:00.910470-07:00
aviation   Orders   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Airbus   Airlines   Boeing  
ch-aviation • Daniel Martinez Garbuno

American Airlines issues RFP for widebody order

By ch-aviation: American Airlines (AA, Dallas/Fort Worth) has issued a request for proposals with Airbus and Boeing to evaluate its next order for widebody aircraft, the company’s chief executive officer Robert Isom revealed during its 2026 annual meeting.

2026-06-18T14:10:09.095875-07:00