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HASC NDAA markup allocates $415M to protect Space Force missile-warning satellite program (Next-Generation Overhead Persistent I

The House Armed Services Committee moved to preserve a Space Force missile-warning satellite program the Pentagon plans to cancel, authorizing $415 million for the Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR) Polar program in its fiscal 2027 defense policy bill markup.

2026-06-04T15:40:54.274537-07:00

Aviation Today

Hermeus advances Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 supersonic testing with DIU $159M high-Mach flight and payload release contract

2026-06-04T07:10:58.246739-07:00

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Switzerland reviews extending F/A-18 Hornet service amid delayed US F-35A procurement and rising air-defense cost concerns

2026-06-04T03:28:04.590762-07:00

Space Intel Report

Canada outlines “profound shift” in military space posture with C$26B (US$18.8B) plan

2026-06-03T12:41:29.727843-07:00

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HASC NDAA markup allocates $415M to protect Space Force missile-warning satellite program (Next-Generation Overhead Persistent I The House Armed Services Committee moved to preserve a Space Force missile-warning satellite program the Pentagon plans to cancel, authorizing $415 million for the Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR) Polar program in its fiscal 2027 defense policy bill markup.

2026-06-04T15:40:54.274537-07:00

HASC NDAA markup allocates $415M to protect Space Force missile-warning satellite program (Next-Generation Overhead Persistent I

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HASC NDAA markup challenges Space Force on satellite programs

2026-06-04T15:40:54.274537-07:00

HASC NDAA markup challenges Sp

Breaking Defense

Sen. Ted Budd urges lawmakers to boost defense aviation ahead of midterms North Carolina Sen. Ted Budd says lawmakers are getting closer to the midterm elections and outlines concerns for defense firms, arguing for steps to strengthen U.S. defense aviation. The remarks frame near-term policy actions as critical to sustaining defense aviation capacity and competitiveness.

2026-06-04T07:28:03.537475-07:00

Sen. Ted Budd urges lawmakers to boost defense aviation ahead of midterms

Aviation Today

Hermeus advances Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 supersonic testing with DIU $159M high-Mach flight and payload release contract Hermeus says its Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 has completed its first supersonic flight, reaching Mach 1.21. Separately, the company received a $159 million Pentagon Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) contract modification to demonstrate high-Mach flight and high-speed payload carry-and-release for future military capabilities.

2026-06-04T07:10:58.246739-07:00

Hermeus advances Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 supersonic testing with DIU $159M high-Mach flight and payload release contract

Bloomberg

Switzerland reviews extending F/A-18 Hornet service amid delayed US F-35A procurement and rising air-defense cost concerns Swiss MPs are pushing the government to reassess retirement plans for the F-5 and F/A-18 as Switzerland’s next-generation fighter path is clouded by higher F-35 costs and Block 4 delays. Meanwhile, Switzerland has completed F/A-18C/D life-extension work up to the early-2030s F-35A arrival window, with a separate 6 billion-franc US aircraft deal tied up in price disputes.

2026-06-04T03:28:04.590762-07:00

Switzerland reviews extending F/A-18 Hornet service amid delayed US F-35A procurement and rising air-defense cost concerns

Space Intel Report

Canada outlines “profound shift” in military space posture with C$26B (US$18.8B) plan Canada says it is planning to spend C$26 billion (about $18.8 billion) on military space programs over the coming years, aiming to reshape its posture for NATO and NORAD. Officials indicate the timeline may be compressed into a shorter period than the original multi-year plan.

2026-06-03T12:41:29.727843-07:00

Canada outlines “profound shift” in military space posture with C$26B (US$18.8B) plan

SpaceNews.com

Europe’s Security Action for Europe loans accelerate defense procurement—while “space” remains the weak link in the rearmament p As European defense spending rises, countries are signing off major equipment purchases using Security Action for Europe financing, pushing industry to expand production capacity, strengthen supply chains and compress delivery timelines. The cluster frames the political and industrial challenge as capability-delivery, with a notable gap in space-related planning.

2026-06-03T06:26:29.533875-07:00

Europe’s Security Action for Europe loans accelerate defense procurement—while “space” remains the weak link in the rearmament p

Payload

House NDAA would eliminate Pentagon “speed” space acquisition offices (SDA and RCO) The House’s annual defense authorization bill would eliminate two Pentagon offices created to accelerate space acquisition, a move that could force a reshaping of how the Pentagon buys and fields space capabilities. The change targets organizational mechanisms intended to compress timelines and execution.

2026-06-02T10:57:11.965553-07:00

House NDAA would eliminate Pentagon “speed” space acquisition offices (SDA and RCO)

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HASC NDAA markup allocates $415M to protect Space Force missile-warning satellite program (Next-Generation Overhead Persistent I

Hermeus advances Quarterhorse Mk 2.1 supersonic testing with DIU $159M high-Mach flight and payload release contract

Switzerland reviews extending F/A-18 Hornet service amid delayed US F-35A procurement and rising air-defense cost concerns

Canada outlines “profound shift” in military space posture with C$26B (US$18.8B) plan

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