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Space Force may use SpaceX satellites instead of developing its own, senator says

The satellites in question are part of the data transport layer of the Space Development Agency’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture.

14 days ago·Washington, United States

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Air Force may cancel SDA Transport Layer development, award contracts to SpaceX, senator says

The Air Force is considering canceling development plans for the Space Development Agency’s data transport satellites in favor of awarding SpaceX contracts to provide that service with its Starshield constellations, Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND) said today. Solicitations for Tranche 2 and Tranche 3 Transport Layer satellites -- part of SDA’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture -- may be rescinded, Cramer said during a Senate Armed Services Com…

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Senator questions potential Air Force satellite deals with SpaceX

Potential Shift in Air Force’s Space Acquisition Strategy: SpaceX’s Starshield Satellites in Focus In a significant development that could reshape the landscape of military satellite procurement, the Department of the Air Force is reportedly considering a strategic shift in its space acquisition approach. This potential change involves replacing planned military satellite purchases from various defense […]

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Space Force may use SpaceX satellites instead of developing its own, senator says

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Senator raises concerns over Air Force possibly shifting satellite contracts to SpaceX

Space Force may use SpaceX satellites instead of developing its own, senator says

Air Force may cancel SDA Transport Layer development, award contracts to SpaceX, senator says

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