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Satellite manufacturing thrives in California despite cost and regulatory pressures
California's satellite industry supports a significant portion of the global space economy with its manufacturing sector.
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Appropriations, regulatory fights, international agreements, and the political machinery behind every mission that flies.
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Think tank warns Europe’s orbital compute gap is widening
This growing disparity could compromise European autonomy in critical space-based services and data processing.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 3 AST SpaceMobile BlueBird satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
The launch will bring the total number of BlueBird satellites in orbit to 13 as the constellation expands.
Spaceflight Now5 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab, STR win Space Force contracts for airborne-target tracking technologies
The contracts support development of a space-based sensor system to detect and track airborne threats.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
This launch marks another step in expanding the Starlink constellation's global satellite internet coverage.
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What’s Happening in Space Policy August 2-8, 2026
Multiple congressional hearings are scheduled to address emerging issues in space exploration and national security.
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Space Force awards K2 Space $22.9 million for orbital laser communications demonstration
This technology could significantly enhance the security and speed of data transmission between military spacecraft.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
This launch will bring the total number of Starlink satellites in orbit to over 4600
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Inside the effort to show Congress what war in space looks like
The simulation environment aims to raise awareness among lawmakers about space-based threats and their potential impact.
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Space Force picks 15 companies for $981 million training range contract
This contract aims to enhance the realism of military space exercises through advanced satellite and sensor technologies.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch classified payload for National Reconnaissance Office
This mission marks the third National Security Space Launch Phase 2 procurement for the National Reconnaissance Office.
Spaceflight Now29 Jul 20261 min read
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Space Force awards All Points $250 million to expand satellite processing at Vandenberg
This investment supports growing launch demand at the West Coast spaceport with increased capacity for simultaneous satellite preparations.
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Upper C-band auction offers another lift for GEO industry
The auction proceeds will help offset relocation costs for satellite operators moving to new frequencies.
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Rocket Lab to open Alaska launch site under $266 million Space Force deal
This new facility expands Rocket Lab's US launch presence and capabilities for national security missions.
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What’s Happening in Space Policy July 26-August 1, 2026
This week's schedule includes key committee hearings and meetings that may shape upcoming legislative decisions.
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Live Coverage: SpaceX Falcon 9 to launch Starlink satellites from West Coast
This launch marks the first West Coast liftoff for the Starlink constellation expansion.
Spaceflight Now25 Jul 20261 min read
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