Scaling Hypersonics: Capability Meets Affordability

Scaling hypersonics: Capability meets affordability

The U.S. stands at a pivotal moment in defense modernization. As the global security environment grows more contested, one capability stands out for its potential to transform deterrence and warfighting alike: hypersonics. But delivering that capability at operational scale, and at an affordable cost, remains a national challenge we have yet to fully solve.  The…

Rocket Lab launches hypersonic test flight for US military

Rocket Lab launched its HASTE suborbital vehicle for the sixth time ever on Tuesday (Nov. 18), sending several test payloads up for the U.S. military.

Military to scale hypersonic arsenal to "maximize lethality"

Department of Defense promises cutting-edge tools to its "warriors" and to maintain the U.S. as a deadly fighting force.

Rocket Lab Launches Sixth Successful HASTE Mission From Virginia

Rocket Lab’s latest HASTE mission lifted off from Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia at 8AM on Tuesday, November 18th. The mission, initially known only as “VAN”, was later announced as “Prometheus Run.” Electron transits the sun. Photo-Chris Leymarie, FMN What is HASTE? Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron, or HASTE, is a modified Electron rocket capable of launching hypersonic payloads, primarily for missile defense testing. Rocke…