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NASA and U.S. Space Command Headquarters Face Relocation Uncertainty Amid State Competitions

Amid intensifying competition among states to host NASA and U.S. Space Command headquarters, civil and military space professionals face decisions about job relocation. This uncertainty stems from ongoing debates and political influences surrounding the sites of these strategic installations, impacting workforce stability and state investments.

2025-04-21T05:52:50.382346-07:00

FreightWaves

US-China Tariff Changes Threaten $22B Impact on Air Cargo Industry

2025-04-21T05:21:47.662749-07:00

Breaking Defense

Space Force's Victus Satellite Program to Enhance Tactical Response

2025-04-16T10:40:11.551678-07:00

satnews

Outpost Technologies Lands $1.8M SpaceWERX Contract for Advanced Heat Shield Development

2025-04-14T20:20:08.245669-07:00

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US Air Force C-17 Conducts First Aerial Refueling with Commercial KDC-10B Tanker In a historic achievement, US Air Force's Air Mobility Command executed its first aerial refueling with a commercial KDC-10B tanker operated by Omega Air on April 10, 2025. The operation involved Airmen from the 62d Operations Support Squadron and 8th Airlift Squadron conducting a training flight with a C-17 Globemaster III.

2025-04-23T12:00:10.704646-07:00

US Air Force C-17 Conducts First Aerial Refueling with Commercial KDC-10B Tanker

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US Air Force Advances Drone-Based Air Training in Europe The US Air Force is piloting a new air-to-air training program in Europe that emphasizes drone technology. This initiative aims to enhance training realism and effectiveness, using unmanned systems to simulate adversarial scenarios, ultimately strengthening defense readiness across European operations.

2025-04-22T23:33:13.366592-07:00

US Air Force Advances Drone-Based Air Training in Europe

SpaceNews.com

Astra to Develop Rocket 4 for Pentagon-backed Cargo Delivery Astra is pivoting its focus on defense applications by developing Rocket 4, a new launch vehicle aimed at supporting Pentagon needs for cargo delivery missions. This shift marks a significant strategic navigation from its former plans as a public rocket startup back to privatization and governmental engagement.

2025-04-22T18:09:37.026188-07:00

Astra to Develop Rocket 4 for Pentagon-backed Cargo Delivery

Air & Space Forces Mag

US Air Force Reactivates 23rd Electronic Warfare Squadron to Boost Capabilities The US Air Force has reactivated the 23rd Electronic Warfare Squadron under the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing at Eglin Air Force Base. This move aims to strengthen the Air Force's electronic warfare expertise, enhancing its ability to counter evolving electromagnetic threats.

2025-04-22T13:28:18.994687-07:00

US Air Force Reactivates 23rd Electronic Warfare Squadron to Boost Capabilities

Defense Daily

US Air Force Plans Long-term Sustainment for E-11A BACN Fleet The U.S. Air Force is set to issue a contract for up to five years to sustain its E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) aircraft. This contract will cover both domestic and international operations, ensuring continuous support and capabilities for critical airborne communication platforms.

2025-04-22T13:10:44.663471-07:00

US Air Force Plans Long-term Sustainment for E-11A BACN Fleet

Payload

Analysis of Pentagon's Acquisition Process Post-Polaris Industry Event

2025-04-22T10:40:10.347809-07:00

Analysis of Pentagon's Acquisi

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Pentagon Accelerates Defense Acquisition to Integrate Commercial Tech The Trump administration is pushing the Pentagon to expedite its defense acquisition processes, focusing on incorporating commercial technologies swiftly. This initiative, outlined by Col. Richard Kniseley of the Space Systems Command, highlights the need for skilled personnel in defense technology contracts.

2025-04-22T10:40:10.347809-07:00

Pentagon Accelerates Defense Acquisition to Integrate Commercial Tech

Aviation Week

Beehive Industries Prepares for Ground Tests of Frenzy Engine Beehive Industries plans to commence ground testing of its additively manufactured Frenzy engine next month, a critical step before upcoming altitude trials with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The innovative swarming munition engine could enhance uncrewed aerial capabilities for the military.

2025-04-22T02:14:33.333085-07:00

Beehive Industries Prepares for Ground Tests of Frenzy Engine

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