Satellite Space Policy & International Cooperation Policy & Regulation

European Spaceflight • Andrew Parsonson

Germany breaks ground on Cologne GOVSATCOM Hub—EU secure satcom service infrastructure takes shape

Germany has started construction on one of two GOVSATCOM Hub locations in Cologne, with North Rhine-Westphalia pledging up to €50 million. The DLR-led site is intended to become a central European hub for secure satellite communications following the 16 June 2026 groundbreaking ceremony.

Also: Satellite Evolution

2026-06-18T14:21:03.434061-07:00

Leadership Policy & Regulation Defense Policy

New York Times • Greg Jaffe, Maggie Haberman

Scores Fall Ill at Air Force Base After Hegseth Makes Flu Vaccine Optional

By New York Times: The defense secretary described the vaccine requirement, which he lifted in April, as an “absurd, overreaching” mandate.

Also: The Guardian and CBS News

2026-06-18T11:49:35.903939-07:00

UAV Development & Drone Programs Europe Military Aircraft Procurement Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact

AeroTime • Stephen Pope

UK pledges 150,000 drones, air defense systems in $1B Ukraine package

By AeroTime: The UK will provide 150,000 drones, air defense missiles and radar systems to Ukraine as part of a $1 billion support package.

2026-06-18T11:33:32.737733-07:00

Military Aircraft Procurement Defense Policy Boeing

The War Zone • Howard Altman, Joseph Trevithick

No, A VC-25A Air Force One Jet Isn't Being Retired Just Yet

By The War Zone: The ex-Qatari VC-25B “Bridge” aircraft is set to enter service soon, but, contrary to reports, the older VC-25As will keep flying.

2026-06-18T11:44:34.188356-07:00

Space Force Leadership

SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Space Force's rapid acquisition office director moves to Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

By SpaceNews.com: WASHINGTON — Kelly Hammett, the former head of the Space Rapid Capabilities Office, has been named executive director of the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center.

2026-06-18T11:08:33.205335-07:00

MRO Military Aircraft Procurement Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs) Embraer

Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Embraer signs support agreement for Brazilian Air Force KC-390 fleet

By Air Data News: Embraer has signed a new logistics support agreement for the Brazilian Air Force's KC-390 Millennium fleet. The contract covers aircraft already in service as well as the remaining units yet to be delivered, although the value of the agreement was not disclosed.

aviationnews.eu

Embraer Signs Long-Term Agreement to Support Brazilian Air Force KC-390 Fleet

aeromorning.com

Embraer inks support deal for Brazilian Air Force KC-390

2026-06-18T10:05:24.663410-07:00

UAV Development & Drone Programs General Atomics Military Aircraft Procurement Defense Policy

The War Zone • Tyler Rogoway

MQ-9 Getting Airborne Early Warning Radar Is A Huge Deal

By The War Zone: Radar pod-toting MQ-9s present an economical and highly-flexible persistent airborne early warning solution that is needed now more than ever.

2026-06-18T10:20:33.956584-07:00

Helicopter Military Aircraft Procurement Policy & Regulation Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact

FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

US Congress pursues funding to replace MC-130Js and Little Birds lost in Iran rescue operation

By FlightGlobal: Draft legislation from the US Senate would provide $127 million to cover four MH-6 helicopters and two MC-130J special operations transports destroyed while recovering a downed American F-15E crew.

The War Zone

Congress Questions Air Force’s Combat Rescue Readiness As HH-60W Helicopters Get Turned Into VIP Transports

Also: Air & Space Forces Mag

2026-06-18T09:01:12.019681-07:00

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Germany breaks ground on Cologne GOVSATCOM Hub—EU secure satcom service infrastructure takes shape

Scores Fall Ill at Air Force Base After Hegseth Makes Flu Vaccine Optional

UK pledges 150,000 drones, air defense systems in $1B Ukraine package

No, A VC-25A Air Force One Jet Isn't Being Retired Just Yet

Space Force's rapid acquisition office director moves to Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

Embraer signs support agreement for Brazilian Air Force KC-390 fleet

Embraer Signs Long-Term Agreement to Support Brazilian Air Force KC-390 Fleet

Embraer inks support deal for Brazilian Air Force KC-390

MQ-9 Getting Airborne Early Warning Radar Is A Huge Deal

US Congress pursues funding to replace MC-130Js and Little Birds lost in Iran rescue operation

Congress Questions Air Force’s Combat Rescue Readiness As HH-60W Helicopters Get Turned Into VIP Transports

Germany Breaks Ground on One of Two GOVSATCOM Hub Locations

No, A VC-25A Air Force One Jet Isn't Being Retired Just Yet