Kepler’s decision to build its own cubesats surprises manufacturers
Planet felt like it didn’t have a choice. When the Earth-observation startup began launching cameras into orbit in 2013 and 2014, manufacturing lines weren’t churning ...…
Boeing, Lockheed win U.S. Space Force contracts to develop satcom payloads
Boeing and Lockheed Martin join Northrop Grumman as the three prime contractors for Protected Tactical Satcom payload development.
WASHINGTON — Boeing and Lockheed ...…
DARPA picks Northrop Grumman as its commercial partner for satellite servicing program
The announcement comes on the heels of Northrop Grumman’s successful operation of its first satellite servicing Mission Extension Vehicle.
WASHINGTON — The Defense ...…
Air Force to restart base selection process for U.S. Space Command headquarters
Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett said the selection criteria will be announced this spring.
WASHINGTON — Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett told lawmakers March ...…