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Ursa Major wins Air Force contract for hypersonic, space launch engine

Ursa Major will mature two engines, one to replace Russian rocket engines for satellites and the other to support hypersonic testbeds and aerial targets.

By Megan Eckstein

7 months ago

US Air Force drops Lockheed hypersonic missile after failed tests

The service's acquisition chief made the comments a day after Secretary Frank Kendall told lawmakers the latest ARRW test failed.

By Stephen Losey

9 months ago

Navy’s hypersonic launcher is headed to flight testing next year

Lockheed Martin's $1.2 billion hypersonic missile contract includes the development of a ship-based launcher and flight tests next year.

By Megan Eckstein

10 months ago

Pentagon test bed to ramp up development of hypersonics

The Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonics Test Bed will create a new option for DoD agencies and universities as they validate new technology.

By Courtney Albon

13 months ago

Lockheed hypersonic weapon moves to next phase after US Air Force test success

The July 12 test marks the end of the Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon's booster test phase and paves the way for all-up-round testing later this year.

By Courtney Albon

17 months ago

Successful test could rally Air Force hypersonics program

The test off the coast of Southern California broke a streak of three testing failures last year, that led Congress to nix procurement funds in 2022.

By Stephen Losey

19 months ago