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SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites

The Bandwagon-2 mission, scheduled for Dec. 21 at 1134 UTC, aims to launch 30 satellites, including payloads for Sidus Space and HawkEye 360, on a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB. A successful mission will mark the Falcon 9's 386th booster recovery.

2024-12-20T14:46:01.439184-08:00

FlightGlobal

Spain to Acquire 25 Eurofighter Jets Under Halcon II Program

2024-12-20T04:49:16.154749-08:00

SpaceNews.com

Turion Space Wins $32.6M Contract for In-Orbit Surveillance

2024-12-20T07:33:16.225801-08:00

Military.com

US Space Force Eyes Expansion Amid Support from Trump and GOP

2024-12-20T14:39:45.588031-08:00

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NASA Spaceflight

SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites The Bandwagon-2 mission, scheduled for Dec. 21 at 1134 UTC, aims to launch 30 satellites, including payloads for Sidus Space and HawkEye 360, on a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB. A successful mission will mark the Falcon 9's 386th booster recovery.

2024-12-20T14:46:01.439184-08:00

SpaceX Set for Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Launch from Vandenberg with 30 Satellites

Military.com

US Space Force Eyes Expansion Amid Support from Trump and GOP As the US Space Force celebrates its 5th anniversary, anticipation builds around policy shifts with Donald Trump's return to the White House. Key GOP figures, including Rep. Mike Rogers, are poised to bolster the Space Force's development and strategic objectives.

2024-12-20T14:39:45.588031-08:00

US Space Force Eyes Expansion Amid Support from Trump and GOP

SpaceNews.com

Turion Space Wins $32.6M Contract for In-Orbit Surveillance U.S. Space Force has awarded Turion Space a contract for three small satellites to execute rendezvous and proximity operations. These satellites will enhance in-space monitoring capabilities and manage space debris, positioning Turion Space as a significant player in space surveillance initiatives.

2024-12-20T07:33:16.225801-08:00

Turion Space Wins $32.6M Contract for In-Orbit Surveillance

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Spain to Acquire 25 Eurofighter Jets Under Halcon II Program Spain has finalized a deal with the NATO Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) to procure 25 additional Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. This purchase, part of the Halcon II program, will enhance Spain's fleet to 115 aircraft, replacing some of the aging F-18 fighters between 2030 and 2035.

2024-12-20T04:49:16.154749-08:00

Spain to Acquire 25 Eurofighter Jets Under Halcon II Program

Air & Space Forces Mag

US Space Force Marks 5th Anniversary Amid Expanding Role As the US Space Force celebrates its fifth anniversary, its mission continues to evolve. The service focuses on space security, satellite operations, and strategic support within military operations, addressing emerging threats and bolstering national defense capabilities.

2024-12-19T16:03:49.247960-08:00

US Space Force Marks 5th Anniversary Amid Expanding Role

Aviation Week

SDA Prepares for First Operational Data Transport Satellite Launch in 2025 The Space Development Agency, a key component of the Pentagon's space strategy, is set to test its capabilities with the launch of its inaugural operational data transport satellite in spring 2025, marking a significant milestone in the agency's development.

2024-12-19T13:51:13.689255-08:00

SDA Prepares for First Operational Data Transport Satellite Launch in 2025

Breaking Defense

Kendall: Space Force Budget Increase Can't Burden Air Force Frank Kendall emphasized the necessity for separate funding of the Space Force to avoid impacting Air Force priorities. As he prepares to leave office, Kendall highlights the challenges of balancing budgets for cutting-edge projects like Collaborative Combat Aircraft while addressing concerns over the F-35 program's cost-effectiveness.

2024-12-19T12:30:01.745383-08:00

Kendall: Space Force Budget Increase Can't Burden Air Force

Via Satellite

FCC Proposes Spectrum Allocation for Space Launch Communications FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has introduced a proposal to allocate additional spectrum dedicated to enhancing communication channels for space launches, aiming to support the growing needs of the aerospace sector. This initiative is crucial for addressing the increasing frequency and complexity of space missions.

2024-12-19T12:19:31.440929-08:00

FCC Proposes Spectrum Allocation for Space Launch Communications

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