BAE Systems has been awarded a $1.2 billion contract by U.S. Space Systems Command to provide the U.S. Space Force with missile tracking satellite capabilities. BAE Systems will serve as […]
Hypersonic Aircraft
Leidos team completes reusable hypersonic test launches for MACH-TB program + DoD reusability demo of hypersonic test vehicle
A Leidos-led (NYSE: LDOS) industry team has successfully completed two reusable/recoverable innovative hypersonic solution tests for the Department of Defense Test Resource Management Center (TRMC) Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test […]
L3Harris to provide propulsion for hypersonic defense system
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) will provide two key propulsion systems to Northrop Grumman to support the Missile Defense Agency’s Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program, a defensive weapon intended to defeat […]
Missile Defense Agency satellites track first hypersonic launch
The Defense Department’s advanced missile tracking satellites logged their first views of a hypersonic flight test this week, according to the Missile Defense Agency. MDA didn’t disclose the date of […]
Leidos milestone in hypersonic system development + completes key reviews
Leidos (NYSE:LDOS) has successfully completed two key reviews for the Air Force Research Laboratory’s (AFRL) cutting-edge air-breathing hypersonic system, Mayhem. Completion of the two reviews—conceptual design review and system requirements […]
Hermeus unveils their Quarterhorse Mk 1 RPA
Hermeus, a company that is operationalizing hypersonic aircraft, has unveiled the firm’s first aircraft — Quarterhorse Mk 1 — which will take flight later this year. Designed, built, and integrated […]