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May 25, 2017
A Russian Military Satellite is Launched from Plesetsk Aboard a Soyuz-2.1b Rocket
The launch was overseen by Commander of Space Forces, Lt. Gen. Alexander Golovko.
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May 24, 2017
APAC MILSATCOM Channel Partner Program Furthered by Airbus
Under this channel partner agreement, both PlanetComm and Speedcast will be offering Skynet X-band and UHF services as part of their extensive satellite communications portfolios.
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The Main Propulsion Provider for DARPA's and Boeing's XS-1 is Aerojet Rocketdyne
The reusable experimental spaceplane is designed to deliver small satellites into orbit with high launch responsiveness.
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Inmarsat and BSNL Create New Gateway Connections for Digital India Initiative
an exciting day as it brings reliable communications, within the reach of groups and communities in areas with little or no connectivity.
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May 23, 2017
Inmarsat’s Power of Four Elevates Them to New Heights with Jet ConneX
this significant milestone for its Jet ConneX inflight broadband service, with four of business aviation industry’s major private jet manufacturers offering ...
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Russian Satellites Come to Life After a Year's Silence
Or they might be precursors to orbital weapons on test runs.
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May 22, 2017
UltiSat Picks Up a SATCOM Contract with the Swedish Armed Forces
UltiSat is positioned to provide C- and Ku-band satellite capacity to enable IP connectivity for forward-deployed FMV troops...
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"An important shift for space warfighting and acquisition" — Breaking Defense news...
AFSPC/CC has been elevated to the Joint Force Component Commander for Space (JFCC Space) … in essence a 4-star Air Force commander focused on the joint fight.
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May 18, 2017
Air Force SMC Names Awards to Analyze Cloud Detection
other programs to provide cloud characterization, whereby satellites analyze cloud detection, cover and temperature, and,
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May 17, 2017
US Service Academies Engage in Swarm Challenge to Push the Boundaries of Autonomous Swarm Capabilities
US Naval Academy wins three-day tournament over US. Military Academy and US Air Force Academy in experiment designed to develop innovative tactics for large groups of unmanned aerial vehicles...
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Israel's Ministry of Defense Enlists Elbit Systems™ to Provide Satellite-on-the-Move Systems for Vehicles
Israeli Defense Forces is an innovative technologically advanced military...
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May 16, 2017
On the ION Joint Navigation Conference Show Floor — Systron Donner Inertial Bringing Their Quartz MEMS Sensors and Systems
the company will be showcasing MEMS performance advantages found in their latest Tactical Grade Quartz MEMS Inertial Systems...
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May 15, 2017
Advanced C4ISR Program from Elbit Systems to Support Brazilian Marine Corps.
The contract calls for the supply of cutting-edge technologies and operational capabilities, including a variety of Battle Management Systems ...
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Eni Enlists Planetek Italia and Airbus for High-Res Earth Observation Services
... value-added services as maritime surveillance and vessel detection, oil spill detection, sea ice monitoring, onshore oil and gas prospect detection.
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May 11, 2017
New Secretary of US Air Force is Third Woman to Serve In This Position
Wilson will replace acting secretary Lisa Disbrow, who has been filling in since Deborah Lee James vacated the position in January.
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At the Transform Africa Summit 2017, Inmarsat's Twin Announcements
The need for responsive and effective joint operations among the security and safety agencies has never been greater...
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Harris' Favorite Falcons Fly with $90 Million in Tactical Radio Contracts from European Nation
combination of the two radio systems will increase readiness and allow for full interoperability with US,NATO, and coalition forces.
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SMi's MILSATCOM USA to run June 27 and 28 in Arlington, Virginia
Dr. Hardy will be talking about "The Importance of SATCOM to the Warfighter"...
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May 9, 2017
COMSAT's Blanket Purchase Agreement with DoD Supports Global Communication Activities
COMSAT will meet the DoD’s mobile, interoperable communication needs worldwide by delivering the capabilities of Inmarsat’s fully managed, easy-to-use mobile satellite services to support mission-critical connectivity.
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Orbit is Recruited ... Digital Tracking Pedestal Solution Keeps Leading Air Force On Track
for field-based applications requiring accurate tracking capabilities, such as UAS command and control, telemetry and stabilized point-to-point RF comms.
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Iran to Launch Two New Satellites, Likely Cover for Illicit ICBM Program
Trump admin moving closer to confronting the Iranian threat.
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May 8, 2017
A New, Multi-Band Transportable Manpack Debuts from Hughes
The terminal exemplifies the growing market trend for manpack terminals - reduced Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) requirements.
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May 4, 2017
Thales of Two Satellites ... Thales Alenia Space Sends Up Two
...provide sovereign and safe means for the strategic communications of the government and the defense and reduce the digital divide in Brazil...
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May 1, 2017
SpaceX Launches NROL-76 Secret Mission ... But It's No Secret Their Rocket Lands Spot On
... after the initial launch the NRO requested the information blackout in a effort to keep the satellite’s final orbit and mission a secret.
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