As threats in space and the electromagnetic spectrum accelerate, defense leaders are under growing pressure to deliver faster, more integrated capabilities

The U.S. Space Force has created a new program to develop space-based missile interceptors, with the goal of being able to demonstrate their capability by 2028.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Space Force plans to use satellites built by K2 Space to test a critical but unresolved piece of future missile-defense systems: how to move large volumes of data quickly between spacecraft and down to Earth.

Congressional authorizers are requiring the Missile Defense Agency director to establish a program that develops the means to intercept hostile ballistic missiles during their boost phase of flight.

Space-based interceptors are no longer an intrinsic component of the Golden Dome program. A proliferated constellation of orbital, rocket-fired missiles is still being considered, but they are unnecessary if the defense industry is not ready to deliver them for an affordable price.

Every year, Ranchers' Day at White Sands Missile Range gives local ranchers and WSMR leaders a chance to reconnect, learn, and enjoy time together in

The United States has conducted its first operational Typhon missile launch from the Philippines during Exercise Balikatan, striking a target 391 miles away. The test comes as defense firm Anduril leads a consortium to develop space-based interceptors ...