News

CNBC • Kevin Breuninger

Sen. Johnson warns DHS funding lapse could defund TSA and FEMA as shutdown looms

Sen. Ron Johnson warned that a lapse in Department of Homeland Security appropriations would effectively defund the Transportation Security Administration and Federal Emergency Management Agency, raising the prospect of curtailed security and disaster-response operations if Congress fails to avert a funding lapse ahead of a looming government shutdown.

2026-02-10T06:54:17.334913-08:00

SpaceWatch Global

Munich Security Report 2026 — Strategic Blind Spot in Space as World Order Fragments

2026-02-10T05:13:21.183890-08:00

AirInsight

Harith to acquire FlySafair from ASL, ending long-running foreign‑ownership dispute

2026-02-10T01:29:26.362222-08:00

FlightGlobal

EASA to tailor flight‑time limitations for air taxis and emergency medical services

2026-02-10T03:56:31.070534-08:00

News Timeline

CNBC

Sen. Johnson warns DHS funding lapse could defund TSA and FEMA as shutdown looms Sen. Ron Johnson warned that a lapse in Department of Homeland Security appropriations would effectively defund the Transportation Security Administration and Federal Emergency Management Agency, raising the prospect of curtailed security and disaster-response operations if Congress fails to avert a funding lapse ahead of a looming government shutdown.

2026-02-10T06:54:17.334913-08:00

Sen. Johnson warns DHS funding lapse could defund TSA and FEMA as shutdown looms

SpaceWatch Global

❗️

Munich Security Report 2026 — Strategic Blind Spot in Space as World Order Fragments The Munich Security Report 2026 warns a fracturing world order is creating a strategic blind spot in space, with growing geopolitical competition exposing commercial and military space assets to new risks. It argues governance gaps and shifting alliances will force changes in procurement, resilience and international partnerships.

2026-02-10T05:13:21.183890-08:00

Munich Security Report 2026 — Strategic Blind Spot in Space as World Order Fragments

FlightGlobal

EASA to tailor flight‑time limitations for air taxis and emergency medical services EASA is developing flight‑time limitation (FTL) rules specifically for air‑taxi (eVTOL) and emergency medical service operations, recognising their distinct duty patterns and high‑tempo, variable‑mission profiles and aiming to adapt fatigue management and crew‑rest requirements accordingly.

2026-02-10T03:56:31.070534-08:00

EASA to tailor flight‑time limitations for air taxis and emergency medical services

AirInsight

❗️

Harith to acquire FlySafair from ASL, ending long-running foreign‑ownership dispute Harith General Partners and affiliates have signed a sale-and-purchase agreement to acquire full ownership of South African low-cost carrier FlySafair from ASL Aviation Holdings, ending a long-running dispute over foreign ownership. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, including the South African competition authority; financial terms were not disclosed.

2026-02-10T01:29:26.362222-08:00

Harith to acquire FlySafair from ASL, ending long-running foreign‑ownership dispute

DefenseNews.com

❗️

Think tank urges USAF to acquire 500 next‑generation fighters and bombers, double B‑21 buys A Mitchell Institute report urges the U.S. Air Force to acquire 500 next‑generation fighters and stealth bombers to deter China, calling for a major ramp‑up in F‑47 buys and doubling the planned B‑21 fleet. It rejects “divest to invest” and warns current plans yield only a limited “raid force.”

2026-02-09T13:29:32.395275-08:00

Think tank urges USAF to acquire 500 next‑generation fighters and bombers, double B‑21 buys

Space Intel Report

Orange and Deutsche Telekom condition Iris2 purchases on competitive pricing and terms Orange and Deutsche Telekom, two of Europe’s largest telecom operators involved in Iris2 industry discussions, told Brussels they will only purchase capacity on the EU’s Iris2 satellite system if pricing and commercial terms are competitive. The declaration links private-sector participation in Iris2 directly to contract economics.

2026-02-09T10:39:55.874794-08:00

Orange and Deutsche Telekom condition Iris2 purchases on competitive pricing and terms

Space.com

Can current space law handle the new space age? The debate has moved from whether space governance must change to how fast laws, norms and institutions can adapt to the new space age. Rapid commercial activity, increased orbital congestion and rising geo‑strategic competition are creating legal gaps that threaten operations, investment and international cooperation.

2026-02-09T07:09:40.667321-08:00

Can current space law handle the new space age?

Universe Today

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): CASC Outlines Ambitious National Space Priorities China unveiled its 15th five-year plan for 2026–2030; the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) issued a companion release that lays out ambitious priorities for the country’s space sector. The plan frames expanded state-led targets across civil, commercial and strategic space activities and sets the national direction through 2030.

2026-02-09T06:34:10.697944-08:00

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): CASC Outlines Ambitious National Space Priorities

Menu

Policy & Regulation News

Sen. Johnson warns DHS funding lapse could defund TSA and FEMA as shutdown looms

Munich Security Report 2026 — Strategic Blind Spot in Space as World Order Fragments

Harith to acquire FlySafair from ASL, ending long-running foreign‑ownership dispute

EASA to tailor flight‑time limitations for air taxis and emergency medical services

News Timeline