Science & Tech

The Air Force Adds Eyes in the Sky With More Anti-Missile Satellites

Lockheed Martin picks up a nearly $2 billion contract, adding to the Space Based Infrared System tracking ballistic missile launches across the globe. By Global Security Newswire

Business

Why Elon Musk Is Suing the U.S. Air Force

Rocket design firm SpaceX is suing for the right to bid on Pentagon contracts Elon Musk says will save taxpayers billions of dollars. By Alex Brown

Science & Tech

This Is What the Future of Manned Space Flight Looks Like

Showing off a sleek capsule and a 3D-printed thruster, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk takes aim at Russia. By Patrick Tucker

Threats

Russia Wants to Limit U.S. Access to Space Station

In response to U.S. sanctions, the Russian government is attempting to limit the Pentagon's ability to send satellites into space. By Alex Brown

Threats

The U.S. Is Vulnerable to Terrorism in Space

Space terrorism is a growing threat to U.S. national security, according to a new report. By Laura Ryan

Policy

Is It Time for the U.S. to Partner With China in Space?

Space experts say yes, some in Congress are less sure. By Marina Koren

Threats

China’s Secret Satellite Killer, Revealed?

China said it launched this rocket to study the atmosphere. The Internet says China is learning how to launch an anti-satellite weapon. By Tim Fernholz

Science & Tech

Report: China Tests a New Hypersonic Glide Vehicle

China has reportedly tested a hypersonic glide vehicle that appears to be designed for mounting on intercontinental ballistic missiles. By Global Security Newswire

Science & Tech

It's Becoming Too Expensive for the Military to Go Into Space

DARPA Director Arati Prabhakar says the national security community is facing a crisis caused by the spiraling cost of sending military assets into orbit. By Kedar Pavgi

Science & Tech

Why the Military Needs Commercial Satellite Technology

The need for commerical satellite technology will only grow as data usage increases and more UAVs take to the air due to the asymmetrical threat environment. By Rick Lober

Science & Tech

Can the U.S. and China Get Along in Outer Space?

China is improving and testing its anti-satellite capabilities. The Pentagon is, too. By Michael Krepon

Science & Tech

Area 51 Has Been Hiding U-2 Spy Planes, Not UFOs

The existence of Area 51 isn’t the CIA’s most impressive revelation within the newly declassified document—it’s the U-2’s price tag. By Mark Micheli

Business

Let Air Force Run the Military Satellites, Watchdog Argues

It’s been a long time since TSAT. A new report says the Pentagon should let the Air Force control the next-generation MILSATCOM architecture to save money and add security. It’s not that simple, though. By Kevin Baron

Policy

Is the UN Making a Law of Space?

Consensus is growing on a major multinational space treaty. By Josh Meyer