Space Force is a significant organization in the space industry. Detailed historical information will be added soon.
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Space Force is a significant organization in the space industry. Detailed historical information will be added soon.
This page is under development. Please check back for comprehensive history, mission details, and achievements.
Gravitics has been selected by Lockheed Martin to build three Orbital Carriers for demonstrations of space-based missile defense technologies under the Pentagon's Golden Dome program, with the goal of validating key systems and capabilities. This development marks a significant step forward in the advancement of space-based missile defense technologies.
The Trump administration's proposed fiscal 2027 defense budget allocates $71.3 billion to the US Space Force, representing a 120% increase over the previous year, with significant investments in space-based air-moving target indication and the Space Data Network. This substantial boost in funding is expected to enhance the Space Force's capabilities in detecting and tracking aircraft from orbit.
Blue Origin is developing a second launch pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, which will be used for the company"s New Glenn 9\u00d74 rocket. The new pad is part of Blue Origin"s efforts to increase its launch capabilities and support the growing demand for access to space.
The US Space Force has awarded Rocket Lab a $397 million contract to design, manufacture, and launch a fleet of "Flatellites" to track airborne threats in real-time, with the Neutron rocket slated for deployment. This contract is part of the Space-Based Airborne Moving Target Indicator (SB-AMTI) program, aiming to enhance national security through advanced space-based surveillance.
The US Space Command has identified key capabilities required for future space wars, including offensive space capabilities and counter-pLEO systems, as outlined by Gen. Stephen Whiting for fiscal years 2029-2033. These priorities aim to enhance the nation's space domain awareness and protect against threats from proliferated low Earth orbit constellations.