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On Sept. 2, 2026, the U.S. Air Force completed its retirement of the EC-130H at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

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U.K. Launches New Space Strategy with Over $9.4 Billion in Funding

On Sept. 8, 2026, the U. K. unveiled a US$9. 4 billion (GBP 7. 8 billion) Space Strategy through 2030 to support national security, drive economic growth, and advance reindustrialization. The initiative funds missions such as the Rosalind Franklin Mars Rover, rocket, and satellite communications programs. The strategy prioritizes Space Domain Awareness to track orbital debris, solar storms, and hostile activity to safeguard critical infrastructure. Additionally, it advances Low Earth Orbit communications, surveillance, intelligence, and in-orbit servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) to repair satellites and clear dangerous space hazards.
U.K. Ministry of Defense
8 September 2026
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Germany

AeroVironment Awarded First International Contract for LOCUST Directed Energy System

On Sept. 8, 2026, AeroVironment announced its first international purchase order for the LOCUST Laser Weapon System, valued at over US$50 million. The order includes LOCUST systems and support and was followed closely by the U. S. Army’s US$464. 8 million Enduring-High Energy Laser production contract. LOCUST is a high-energy laser system designed to defend against drone threats through directed energy. The system has been tested in several military environments, including operations involving the USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH and Joint Light Tactical Vehicles.
AeroVironment
8 September 2026
USA

Hermeus and Anduril Partner to Integrate AI into Quarterhorse Aircraft

Anduril announced on Sept. 3, 2026, that Hermeus selected its Lattice for Mission Autonomy to power the Quarterhorse Mk 2 aircraft, enabling automated, coordinated flight operations. This integration builds on Hermeus' rapid development pace, having achieved supersonic flight with its Mk 2. 1 prototype just 364 days after its initial flight. The partnership aims to conduct autonomous flight tests in 2027, integrating the software with the aircraft while allowing operators to manage missions using Anduril’s Menace-T C4 system.
Anduril
8 September 2026