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Aerospace Daily & Defense Report, August 28, 2025

VOL. 293 NO. 42 August 28, 2025
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Daily Briefs

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Daily Briefs

Aug 28, 2025
FIREFLY approved to resume Alpha launches... AEROSPACE LAB closes Series B round... HANWHA announces infrastructure investment in Philadelphia shipyard...

In Brief

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In Brief: Joby Completes Flight Between Airports

Aug 28, 2025
News in brief.

Programs

The YFQ-42A takes off for the first time, Aug. 27, 2025.
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GA-ASI Notches First U.S. Air Force CCA Flight Test

Aug 27, 2025
Flight testing for the U.S. Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft began with the YFQ-42A taking off for the first time.
Makaha Ridge missile launch
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MDA Seeks Low-Cost, Advanced Interceptor Fast

Aug 27, 2025
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) wants to rush a new interceptor through development.
FCAS NGF model
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Germany Aims For FCAS Resolution By Year-End

Aug 27, 2025
German Chancellor Merz says he expects a resolution on the way forward for the Future Combat Air System program with France and Spain to be set by year-end.
A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron idles on the flightline after arriving in support of Bomber Task Force Europe at Morón Air Base, Spain, May 20, 2025.
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B-52J Radar Heading To Flight Test After Requirement, Cost Review

Aug 27, 2025
The U.S. Air Force has taken steps to reduce the required capability of the new radar for its B-52 bomber as a way to reduce costs and improve schedule.
B-21 bomber
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USAF Bolsters Its Case For More B-21s Amid Long-Term Analysis

Aug 27, 2025
The answer to how many B-21s the U.S. Air Force will field is not one that will come soon.

Technology

Lockheed Martin proposed a TBCC-powered hypersonic aircraft in 2013.
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High-Mach Turbine Moves Forward For DARPA Hypersonic Plane

Aug 27, 2025
DARPA confirmed plans on Aug. 26 to launch development of a High-Mach Gas Turbine (HMGT) engine.
3D Systems building
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U.S. Air Force Funds Large 3D Printer For ‘High-speed’ Flight Ops

Aug 27, 2025
The U.S. Air Force (USAF) awarded 3D Systems Corp. a $7.65 million contract to continue development on the company’s large-format 3D printer.

Operations

Navay salvage ship with aircraft wreckage
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U.S. Navy’s Critical Flight Mishap Rate Highest In 11 Years

Aug 27, 2025
The U.S. Navy has seen its highest mishap rate in 11 years in 2025, as the service’s air forces commander says he is pushing to reduce the rate.
Starship launch
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Starship Completes First Full-Duration Flight Test This Year

Aug 27, 2025
Generating some 16.5 million lb. of thrust, the 404-ft tall Starship-Super Heavy headed toward a suborbital trajectory for a planned 66-min. flight demonstration.

Business

Defense tech funding is set for one of its best years ever in 2025 thanks to rising defense budgets and a shift in warfare to software-enabled attritable systems.
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Debrief: Defense Tech Comes Into Its Own

Aug 27, 2025
The $28.4 billion that defense technology startups raised from venture capital through June puts the sector on track for one of its best years ever.

Funding & Policy

isar launch
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ESA Awards Isar Aerospace, Avio Launch Contracts

Aug 27, 2025
ESA awarded two launches to Isar Aerospace, giving a boost to the German rocket startup, as it also unveiled an agreement with Avio for three Vega-C missions.
A Defense Innovation Unit soldier tests drones.
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DIU To Remain Independent Organization After Beck’s Departure

Aug 27, 2025
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) will continue independently reporting to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).