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By Michael Bruno
More than any other technological advance, aerospace and defense is banking on automation to help it meet rising product demand across the board.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Steve Trimble
The U.S. Air Force is exploring the addition of one-way attack drones to its arsenal, seeking domestically sourced designs that comply with U.S. technology policies and avoid reliance on Chinese components.
Sensors & Electronic Warfare

By Vivienne Machi
The U.S. Space Force is set to double its R&D funding, with a focus on missile warning satellites, classified programs and advanced space technologies.
Operations & Safety

By Tony Osborne
Italian startup 19-01 Holdings is advancing plans for the WF-X amphibious aircraft, a multi-mission platform designed to redefine aerial firefighting and beyond.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

By Graham Warwick
KULR Technology Group is moving into electric aviation with a pact to provide the battery system for Robinson's eR66 electric light helicopter demonstrator.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The British Army's H145 Jupiter Mk.2 helicopters begin operations in Brunei, replacing older aircraft and supporting missions like troop transport and firefighting.
Supply Chain

By Robert Wall
South Korea launch service company Innospace is expanding its space activities, looking to also build up a satellite development and manufacturing business.
Commercial Space

By Robert Wall
The Greek government has signed an agreement with Israel for the procurement of Elbit PULS rocket systems valued at NIS2.3 billion ($734 million).
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Vivienne Machi
On-orbit servicing startup Starfish Space raised more than $100 million in a Series B funding round, buoyed by a satellite deorbiting contract with the U.S.
Satellites

By Chen Chuanren
Vietnam Helicopter Corporation subsidiaries have ordered three Airbus H225 medium-lift helicopters for offshore energy operations and fleet renewal.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Molly McMillin
Administrator Jared Isaacman spoke to NASA's future on his visit to Wichita on April 6, where he toured local suppliers contributing to the space program.
Budget, Policy & Regulation

By Brian Everstine
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. said it paused operations with its YFQ-42A prototype following a mishap after takeoff at its airport in California.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Irene Klotz
The Artemis II astronauts wrapped up 7 hr. of lunar observations, including studies of far-side surface features never before seen by humans.
Space Exploration

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News in brief.
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SPACE FORCE approves STP-S29A launch... TRANSCENDENT AEROSPACE reveals drone interdiction aircraft... RAYTHEON gets $700m SDB II award...
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Selected U.S. military contracts from the past week.
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By Irene Klotz, Mark Carreau, Molly McMillin
Artemis II astronauts break distance records and offer unprecedented insights into the Moon's surface, paving the way for future lunar exploration.
Commercial Space

By Brian Everstine
A massive U.S. rescue mission involving 155 aircraft recovers F-15E crew from Iran, with Trump warning Tehran of further strikes if demands aren't met.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Vivienne Machi
Firefly Aerospace and Seagate Space Corp. partner to develop an offshore launch platform, aiming to expand orbital access for government and commercial missions.
Commercial Space

By Steve Trimble
The U.S. Air Force launches a new missile program for standoff attack weapons, targeting advanced features and affordability for fielding by 2033.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Steve Trimble
Israel’s defense industry will accelerate production of exo-atmospheric Arrow 3 ballistic missile interceptors following a month of relentless barrages launched from Iran.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Steve Trimble
In a $1.5 trillion U.S. defense spending proposal for fiscal 2027 filled with superlatives, arguably no organization made out better than the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG).
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Graham Warwick
NASA shifts focus to flight research as budget cuts reshape aeronautics priorities, emphasizing X-planes, hypersonics and automated airspace systems.
Budget, Policy & Regulation

By Steve Trimble
Anduril is working on hypersonic strike systems and large air vehicles, pushing its defense technology portfolio beyond subsonic cruise missiles and CCA.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Chen Chuanren
Malaysia has begun test flights of its Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) Anka uncrewed aircraft system (UAS)/
Aircraft & Propulsion