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DefenseNews.com • Cristina Stassis

U.S. Space Force plans to add 10,000 Guardians as it tests new mess dress uniforms

The U.S. Space Force plans to add 10,000 uniformed Guardians over the next five years, effectively doubling its ranks, while testing new mess dress uniform designs ahead of a potential rollout. The developments mark parallel changes to the service’s personnel scale and institutional identity.

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2026-09-15T09:50:33.502355-07:00
Space Force   Supply Chain   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Space Defense & Militarization   Defense Policy  
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SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Air Force and Space Force push for scale as supply-chain constraints persist

By SpaceNews.com: — “Scaling” has become a watchword for Air Force and Space Force leaders as they push to field more weapons and space capabilities faster and in greater numbers.

2026-09-15T11:00:42.346311-07:00
Space Force   Space Defense & Militarization   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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Air & Space Forces Mag • Courtney Albon

Space Force Provides Electronic Warfare Support in U.S. Operations Against Iran

By Air & Space Forces Mag: Guardians are playing a critical role in U.S. operations against Iran, providing electronic warfare effects to stifle enemy air defense and communication systems.

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2026-09-15T06:05:46.189341-07:00
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Via Satellite • Jeffrey Hill

NextNav's 5G-Powered 3D PNT Inches Closer to GPS Accuracy During Outdoor Demonstration

By Via Satellite: Positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) company NextNav achieved single-digit-meter positioning performance using standards-based 5G Positioning Reference Signals (PRS) during a field test over the air in both outdoor and indoor environments, the company announced Tuesday.

2026-09-15T09:05:36.323834-07:00
Aircraft Carrier   Middle East   Military Aircraft Procurement   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
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Reuters • Ed Ou

Night flight operations aboard USS George Washington amid tensions with Iran

By Reuters: Fighter jets took off and landed on the USS George Washington during night flight operations in the Middle East, where the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier was deployed to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln amid tensions with Iran.

2026-09-15T07:36:53.426605-07:00