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Sep 17, 2021
SpaceX cannot launch the Starship/Super Heavy vehicle until FAA completes its licensing process, which includes the environmental review and other safety and financial responsibility requirements.
Sep 17, 2021
U.S. Air Force acknowledged dissimilar air combat training role for retired F-117s, with two deployed to California Air National Guard.
Sep 17, 2021
As ESA member states reach agreement on Ariane 6 exploitation and look to microlaunchers, labor unions worry about Eurocentric approach.
Sep 16, 2021
Australian Defense Minister Peter Dutton said the two militaries are “significantly enhancing our force posture cooperation,” including with the Pentagon sending “all types of U.S. military aircraft to Australia” in rotational deployments. 
Sep 16, 2021
French government and industry reacted angrily to Australian decision to cancel sub deal, for nuclear sub pact with U.S./UK.
Sep 16, 2021
GA-ASI and UK Civil Aviation Authority released new details of first point-to-point UAS flight utilizing UK airways structure.
Sep 15, 2021
The U.S. Space Force wants a nerve center to oversee space electromagnetic warfare by 2027.
Sep 15, 2021
Europe must strengthen its defense cooperation and be more willing to act on global crises, said EC President Ursula von der Leyen.