What Happened
Space Agency Revamps Approach To Deliver Proliferated Constellation
The Space Development Agency has launched another batch of Tranche 1 satellites after addressing hardware and software issues, marking a significant step forward in its mission to deliver a proliferated constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit. The agency has adopted a flexible launch approach, launching satellites as they become ready, and plans to start launching Tranche 2 satellites in fiscal 2027. SDA has also awarded $1.75 billion in agreements for 36 additional missile-tracking satellites in support of the Golden Dome missile defense effort, as reported by Federal News Network.