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GA-ASI's Eaglet Takes Its First Flight
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew a new survivable Air-Launched Effect (ALE) for the first time as part of a flight demonstration based out of the Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah, on Dec. 8, 2022.
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The Air Force will spend its FY-2024 RDT&E money on integrated its TPY-4 radar with the Army's Integrated Fire Control network (IFCN) and the Navy/MCs CEC/CTC. The service has also included 3 TPY-4's as part of its FY-2024 LRIP buy request to build upon the six radars it included to begin the program (FY22 and 23 buys). So far we have or plan to have LTAMDS, Sentinel A-4, SPY-7 (Guam), TPS-80 and now TPY-4 all capable of operating on the Army's IFCN and with IBCS. By the end of the decade this will include the TPY-2 as well. That's a very diverse list of next generation sensors and capabilities which is quite unique in the field of command and control systems when it comes to ground air defense systems.
Looks like the new year & the campaign to protect Taiwan from the slant eyed devils across the Straits of Formosa is set for a great start, eh sweetie? First comes the disclosure of the F-35 engines being under specced / underpowered & now this.
Real rock n roll times. @Innominate
AeroVironment upgrades Switchblade 300 with extended endurance - Breaking Defense
The US has sent hundreds of Switchblades to Ukraine, highlighting their ease of use.
FWIW re TPY-4 radar, AESA software defined GaN L-band, stare range 1000 km /540 nm, transportable via c-130.
Northern Command FY2024 unfunded priority for nine, presuming not to use with Patriot missiles?
NORAD chief seeks 3DELRR radars to fill homeland defense 'surveillance gaps' in FY-24 wish list | InsideDefense.com
Northern Command FY2024 unfunded priority for nine, presuming not to use with Patriot missiles?
NORAD chief seeks 3DELRR radars to fill homeland defense 'surveillance gaps' in FY-24 wish list | InsideDefense.com
Air Force seeks industry input for next-gen ICBM reentry vehicle - Breaking Defense
The new reentry vehicle will be mounted on the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile, with the goal of awarding a contract in fiscal 2026.
US Space Force’s responsive space strategy taking shape
The service will soon fly its second responsive space mission, taking a satellite built in about eight months and launching it with just 24 hours' notice.
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Northrop, Lockheed, Raytheon team up on Navy’s E-XX ‘doomsday’ plane
The airplane would be built from a stretched version of the C-130J and allow the president to communicate with nuclear-armed submarines in case of war.
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Classified, 'substantial' new military space capability should be online by 2026: Space Force chief - Breaking Defense
"I expect that by the end of my tenure, if I make it all the way to [2026], that you're going to see a substantial on-orbit capability that allows us to compete in full-spectrum operations,” Space Force chief Gen. Chance Saltzman said today.
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Image released 2 years ago.Classified, 'substantial' new military space capability should be online by 2026: Space Force chief - Breaking Defense
"I expect that by the end of my tenure, if I make it all the way to [2026], that you're going to see a substantial on-orbit capability that allows us to compete in full-spectrum operations,” Space Force chief Gen. Chance Saltzman said today.breakingdefense.com
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Spy agency to prototype ground moving-target tracking from space
The director of the National Reconnaissance Office said the agency is manufacturing the prototypes and plans to start launching in eight to 12 months.
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Space Force, SPACECOM pushing to speed 'sustained' maneuverability on orbit - Breaking Defense
The Space Force is rushing to meet SPACECOM's demand, developing a new acquisition plan for space "mobility and logistics" — including on-orbit servicing and repair, satellite refueling and space junk cleanup — a plan that will lean heavily on use of commercial capabilities, said SSC's Maj. Gen...
NRO expects prototype moving target sensor on orbit in '8 to 12 months,' director says - Breaking Defense
NRO and Space Force "are working hand in hand to shape the future of ground moving target indicators, which will provide day/night, all-weather detection and tracking of ground and maritime targets for the warfighter," NRO Director Chris Scolese said.
Here are 3 future missiles INDOPACOM says it needs to challenge China - Breaking Defense
“The bottom line is the entire joint force is required to help deliver effects to both deter and fight and win,” said US Indo-Pacific Command head Navy Admiral John Aquilino.
US Space Command seeks maneuverable, refuelable satellites by 2030
The command is working with the Space Force to demonstrate a satellite servicing capability by 2026.
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