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Space Force acquisition reorg points to ending SDA as a standalone agency; PWSA transport layer to shift into new structure

Space Force’s rollout of a new acquisition structure signals the end of the Space Development Agency (SDA) operating as a standalone entity. Sandhoo says the communications/“transport layer” of PWSA will eventually transition from SDA to a new acquisition executive structure under Space Force.

2026-04-15T20:10:29.928567-07:00

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Space Force’s 2040 vision: growth to ~30,000 satellites amid rising China/Russia orbital threats

2026-04-15T17:43:13.938759-07:00

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COMSO looks to broaden working-capital tools and clarify CASR budgeting

2026-04-15T17:14:46.795047-07:00

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SECAF launches AMTI satellite acquisition with base contract for first space-based aircraft tracking increment

2026-04-15T17:43:15.259368-07:00

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Space Force acquisition reorg points to ending SDA as a standalone agency; PWSA transport layer to shift into new structure Space Force’s rollout of a new acquisition structure signals the end of the Space Development Agency (SDA) operating as a standalone entity. Sandhoo says the communications/“transport layer” of PWSA will eventually transition from SDA to a new acquisition executive structure under Space Force.

2026-04-15T20:10:29.928567-07:00

Space Force acquisition reorg points to ending SDA as a standalone agency; PWSA transport layer to shift into new structure

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SECAF launches AMTI satellite acquisition with base contract for first space-based aircraft tracking increment The Department of the Air Force has awarded the base contract for new space-based air moving target indication (AMTI) systems, kicking off the program’s competition for the first operational “increment” of satellites capable of tracking aircraft from space. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said awards are expected “fairly shortly.”

2026-04-15T17:43:15.259368-07:00

SECAF launches AMTI satellite acquisition with base contract for first space-based aircraft tracking increment

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Congress presses Golden Dome missile-defense program manager for scope and cost details House lawmakers are seeking additional information—especially cost estimates and program details—from the Golden Dome missile-defense effort’s program manager. The push comes as the White House has proposed $1.5 trillion in cumulative defense spending for FY2027, the largest figure in history, increasing scrutiny of major space-based defense initiatives.

2026-04-15T17:43:14.102374-07:00

Congress presses Golden Dome missile-defense program manager for scope and cost details

Breaking Defense

Space Force warns Golden Dome space-based boost-phase interceptors aren’t assured without affordability and scale U.S. Space Force Gen. Michael Guetlein said boost-phase intercept from space will not be pursued if it cannot be made affordable and scalable, citing “other options” to achieve the kill chain. The comment underscores how DoD cost pressures are shaping the Golden Dome missile-defense design choices.

2026-04-15T17:43:14.102374-07:00

Space Force warns Golden Dome space-based boost-phase interceptors aren’t assured without affordability and scale

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Space Force’s 2040 vision: growth to ~30,000 satellites amid rising China/Russia orbital threats U.S. Space Force officials’ planning projections for 2040 point to a force size of about 30,000 satellites—more than double today—while the service confirms it is pursuing new capabilities for orbital warfare, including classified “Objective Force” needs for on-orbit/electronic warfare.

2026-04-15T17:43:13.938759-07:00

Space Force’s 2040 vision: growth to ~30,000 satellites amid rising China/Russia orbital threats

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COMSO looks to broaden working-capital tools and clarify CASR budgeting The Space Systems Command’s Commercial Space Office (COMSO) is assessing how to expand its Working Capital Fund to cover additional commercial capabilities, and is working through the approach it will use to budget the Commercial Space Augmentation Reserve (CASR). The effort builds on existing funding mechanisms to scale commercial enablement.

2026-04-15T17:14:46.795047-07:00

COMSO looks to broaden working-capital tools and clarify CASR budgeting

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Space Force publishes “Objective Force 2040” and “Future Operating Environment 2040” roadmap for threat-based scaling U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. B. Chance Saltzman released two foundational, threat-informed documents at the Space Symposium: “Future Operating Environment 2040” and “Objective Force 2040.” Together totaling about 160 pages, they outline nearly a dozen mission areas and a 15-year plan to expand the service for great-power competition.

2026-04-15T11:56:07.407138-07:00

Space Force publishes “Objective Force 2040” and “Future Operating Environment 2040” roadmap for threat-based scaling

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Space Force acquisition reorg points to ending SDA as a standalone agency; PWSA transport layer to shift into new structure

Space Force’s 2040 vision: growth to ~30,000 satellites amid rising China/Russia orbital threats

COMSO looks to broaden working-capital tools and clarify CASR budgeting

SECAF launches AMTI satellite acquisition with base contract for first space-based aircraft tracking increment

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