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Space Force missile-tracking satellites slip to spring 2027 as SDA reconsiders acquisition approach

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The U.S. Space Force’s first operational missile-tracking satellites are now expected to launch in spring 2027, nearly two years behind the original plan. The delay comes as the Space Development Agency considers additional flight demonstrations before committing to large purchases of next-generation sensors.

Discovered 2026-10-28T15:35:42.769972-07:00 | 2026-10-28T15:35:42.769972-07:00

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  • The launch delay pushes the Space Force’s first operational missile-tracking satellites to spring 2027, nearly two years beyond the original schedule.
  • SDA is weighing additional flight demonstrations before making large purchases, putting the acquisition path for next-generation sensors under reassessment.

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