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Firefly Subsidiary Wins US Air Force Fusion Contract

June 2, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Firefly subsidiary SciTec wins US Air Force fusion contract.
Contract is for operational data fusion system for CBC2 program.
Initial award is $24 million with a $5.5 million option.

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Strategic Implications

This award may indicate the US Air Force's growing interest in leveraging commercial aerospace expertise for advanced command and control systems. The selection of Firefly's subsidiary suggests a potential shift towards more agile and innovative solutions, which could benefit the company's position in the defense market.

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What Happened

SciTec To Supply Operational Data Fusion System For CBC2 Program

The US Air Force has awarded Firefly Aerospace subsidiary SciTec a contract to supply the operational data fusion system for the Cloud-Based Command and Control (CBC2) program. The initial award is $24 million, with a $5.5 million option. This development indicates the Air Force’s continued investment in modernizing its command and control capabilities. The contract was announced by Firefly Aerospace, as reported by Aviation Week.

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