Air Force and NRO Collaborate on Satellite-Based Airborne Moving Target Indication
The Space Force and NRO are working to develop an acquisition strategy for satellites that can track aircraft and drones. The focus is on delivering AMTI capability quickly, with multiple contract awards to different contractors. Technical challenges include differences between GMTI and AMTI. The Air Force is also working with Congress to address concerns about the E-7 Wedgetail program’s cancellation. The effort is part of the Spacepower 2025 conference, where Air Force Secretary Troy Meink discussed the strategy. This information was first reported by Breaking Defense.