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SpaceX and Partners Pitch Subscription-Based Missile Defense for Trump's 'Golden Dome'

Elon Musk's SpaceX, along with Palantir and Anduril, are frontrunners in a proposal to develop President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense system. The plan includes launching hundreds of satellites for missile detection and tracking, with a novel subscription-based model for the Pentagon.

2025-04-17T03:28:59.365453-07:00

Breaking Defense

Space Force's Victus Satellite Program to Enhance Tactical Response

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

Air & Space Forces Mag

USAF Seeks Advanced Sensors for E-7 Wedgetail and Successor Platforms

2025-04-16T13:46:06.605811-07:00

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

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

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Aviation Week

U.S. Navy Seeks Advanced Helicopter Trainers The U.S. Navy's Test Pilot School is on the lookout for a new fleet of advanced helicopters to train pilots in high-risk maneuvers and autorotation techniques. This initiative emphasizes the Navy's commitment to enhancing pilot safety and skill development in complex training operations.

2025-04-17T20:49:15.782325-07:00

U.S. Navy Seeks Advanced Helicopter Trainers

Air & Space Forces Mag

Maryland Air National Guard Executes A-10 Combat Readiness Exercise Along East Coast Maryland Air National Guard successfully conducted a 'combat readiness' exercise involving six A-10 aircraft along the East Coast. This operation is a pivotal exercise for Airmen as preparations are underway for deployment, reinforcing their strategic and operational capabilities.

2025-04-17T18:07:57.105913-07:00

Maryland Air National Guard Executes A-10 Combat Readiness Exercise Along East Coast

Air & Space Forces Mag

US Air National Guardsmen Conduct Life-Saving Mission in Antarctica In February, US Air National Guardsmen from Wyoming and New York executed a critical life-saving operation in Antarctica, rescuing a man experiencing a heart attack. The mission underscores the strategic capabilities of the Air National Guard in responding effectively to emergencies in remote and extreme environments.

2025-04-17T16:11:56.558342-07:00

US Air National Guardsmen Conduct Life-Saving Mission in Antarctica

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Challenges Faced by Startups in Selling to the US Navy The US Navy's procurement strategies often overlook innovative, venture-backed startups, allocating significantly less investment compared to other military branches. This reluctance limits startups from contributing to defense technology innovations, potentially stagnating advancements in critical areas such as cybersecurity and AI-enhanced systems.

2025-04-17T12:57:22.002722-07:00

Challenges Faced by Startups in Selling to the US Navy

Aviation Today

Voyager Technologies Secures Spot in $46 Billion USAF Acquisition Contract Voyager Technologies has been included in a $46 billion multi-award deal managed by the U.S. Air Force. This contract focuses on the rapid delivery of capabilities and signifies Voyager's growing role in defense technology development. The agreement aims to enhance operational flexibility and innovation across multiple domains.

2025-04-17T12:00:28.640832-07:00

Voyager Technologies Secures Spot in $46 Billion USAF Acquisition Contract

The Conversation

US Military Advances AI-Controlled Aircraft Testing The US military is actively testing AI-controlled aircraft, signaling a potential shift towards fully autonomous fighter jets. The development indicates progress in integrating artificial intelligence into military aviation, which could revolutionize combat strategies and enhance operational capabilities globally.

2025-04-17T09:00:16.775177-07:00

US Military Advances AI-Controlled Aircraft Testing

Reuters

SpaceX and Partners Pitch Subscription-Based Missile Defense for Trump's 'Golden Dome' Elon Musk's SpaceX, along with Palantir and Anduril, are frontrunners in a proposal to develop President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense system. The plan includes launching hundreds of satellites for missile detection and tracking, with a novel subscription-based model for the Pentagon.

2025-04-17T03:28:59.365453-07:00

SpaceX and Partners Pitch Subscription-Based Missile Defense for Trump's 'Golden Dome'

Air & Space Forces Mag

USAF Seeks Advanced Sensors for E-7 Wedgetail and Successor Platforms The US Air Force is exploring integration of advanced technologies for its E-7 Wedgetail fleet, focusing on new sensors and radar capabilities. A request for information suggests potential upgrades and the possibility of developing a new platform to replace or enhance the E-7's role.

2025-04-16T13:46:06.605811-07:00

USAF Seeks Advanced Sensors for E-7 Wedgetail and Successor Platforms

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