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U.S. Air Force Seeks Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft to Enhance Production

U.S. Air Force Seeks Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft to Enhance Production

The U.S. Air Force is exploring options to establish a multiyear procurement framework for aircraft and spacecraft development. This initiative is similar to recent contracts for munitions replenishment. Secretary Troy Meink announced during a media roundtable at the Space Foundation’s annual Space Symposium that the Air Force is working with Congress to gain the necessary authority for these contracts. The traditional procurement model of acquiring one to two initial research-and-development satellite systems followed by one additional satellite annually is being reconsidered. Companies are now expected to design satellites for manufacturability from the outset, anticipating significant production runs for new satellite programs. The military expects industry partners to invest more upfront before contract awards, necessitating the government to provide long-term production commitments.
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U.S. Air Force Seeks Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft

U.S. Air Force Seeks Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft

The U.S. Air Force is exploring options to establish a multiyear procurement framework for aircraft and spacecraft development. This initiative aims to provide greater long-term production commitments to industry partners, encouraging upfront investment before contract awards. Secretary Troy Meink discussed the plan during a media roundtable at the Space Foundation's annual Space Symposium. The traditional model of procuring satellite systems is shifting towards significant production runs, with companies being asked to design for manufacturability from the start. The Air Force is working with Congress to gain authority for these contracts, receiving strong support from Capitol Hill.
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U.S. Air Force Considers Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft

U.S. Air Force Considers Multiyear Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft

The U.S. Air Force is exploring options to establish a multiyear procurement framework for aircraft and spacecraft development. This initiative is similar to recent contracts for munitions replenishment and aims to streamline the procurement process. Secretary Troy Meink announced that the Air Force is working with Congress to gain the necessary authority for these contracts, receiving strong support from Capitol Hill. The traditional model of procuring one or two initial research-and-development satellite systems annually is being reconsidered. Companies are now being asked to design satellites for manufacturability from the start, anticipating significant production runs for new satellite programs.
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U.S. Air Force Plans Multi-Year Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft Development

U.S. Air Force Plans Multi-Year Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft Development

U.S. Air Force Plans Multi-Year Procurement for Aircraft and Spacecraft Development
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U.S. Space Force Selects Blue Origin for Heavy Launch Development at Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Selects Blue Origin for Heavy Launch Development at Vandenberg

The U.S. Space Force has chosen Blue Origin to advance in the process of leasing Space Launch Complex-14 (SLC-14) at Vandenberg Space Force Base for developing heavy and super-heavy launch capabilities. This decision follows a Request for Information issued in December 2025, aimed at identifying capable launch service providers. The selection of Blue Origin marks a significant step in enhancing the U.S. military's space operations, aligning with the USSF Commercial Space Strategy and national security objectives. The development at SLC-14 is expected to bolster the region's role in space access and drive economic growth.
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Sidus Space Expands Agreement with Lonestar for Orbital Data Storage

Sidus Space Expands Agreement with Lonestar for Orbital Data Storage

Sidus Space Expands Agreement with Lonestar for Orbital Data Storage
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U.S. Space Command Raises Concerns Over Satellite Maneuvering Capabilities

U.S. Space Command Raises Concerns Over Satellite Maneuvering Capabilities

U.S. Space Command Raises Concerns Over Satellite Maneuvering Capabilities
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GKN Aerospace and US Air Force Launch $8.4 Million TITAN-AM Program for Aerospace Manufacturing

GKN Aerospace and US Air Force Launch $8.4 Million TITAN-AM Program for Aerospace Manufacturing

GKN Aerospace and US Air Force Launch $8.4 Million TITAN-AM Program for Aerospace Manufacturing
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Space Force Considers Vulcan Rocket for Lower-Risk Missions Amid Anomaly Investigation

Space Force Considers Vulcan Rocket for Lower-Risk Missions Amid Anomaly Investigation

The U.S. Space Force is evaluating the use of United Launch Alliance's (ULA) Vulcan rocket for less-complex missions following a solid rocket motor anomaly that has grounded the vehicle for National Security Space Launch (NSSL) missions. The anomaly, linked to a Northrop Grumman-built solid rocket motor, occurred during a February launch. The Space Force is considering launching missions without these boosters, particularly for lower mass or lower orbit missions. The service is collaborating with NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and industry partners to resolve the issue.
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Exclusive-Starlink outage hit drone tests, exposing Pentagon’s growing reliance on SpaceX

Exclusive-Starlink outage hit drone tests, exposing Pentagon’s growing reliance on SpaceX

By David Jeans April 16 (Reuters) - Last August, U.S. Navy officials carrying out a test of unmanned vessels realized they had hit a single point of failure: Starlink.
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Sikorsky Introduces Armament Kits for Black Hawk Helicopters

Sikorsky Introduces Armament Kits for Black Hawk Helicopters

Sikorsky has announced the availability of two production-ready armament kits for its H-60 Black Hawk helicopters, offering options for customers to arm their aircraft directly from the factory. These kits, available through foreign military sales or direct commercial sales, can be integrated at Sikorsky's U.S. facility or installed by PZL Mielec in Poland. Designed for either close air support or precision strike, the kits include door-mounted guns, gun pods, rockets, and air-to-ground missiles. The modular armament wings allow for upgrades after delivery, providing flexibility for military operations. Rich Benton, Sikorsky's vice president and general manager, emphasized the versatility and combat-proven capabilities of the Armed Black Hawk kits.
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Atomic-6 Launches Marketplace for Orbital Data Centers to Streamline Space Compute Access

Atomic-6 Launches Marketplace for Orbital Data Centers to Streamline Space Compute Access

Atomic-6 Launches Marketplace for Orbital Data Centers to Streamline Space Compute Access