Tag: space_launch

Rocket Lab to Launch 'The Lightning God Defends' for iQPS Constellation Expansion

19 Aug 2026 10:22 p.m. · Source: Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab's 'The Lightning God Defends' mission, the 9th dedicated Electron launch for iQPS, will expand their Earth-imaging SAR satellite constellation. Scheduled for August 21 NZST, this mission continues a partnership with 9 more launches planned by 2030.

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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on missile defense, China's lunar ambitions, and Space Force developments

25 May 2026 11:03 a.m. · Source: Breaking Defense - Military Space

Breaking Defense reports on enhanced missile detection, China's lunar ambitions, the need for a new U.S. space launch site, and a new Space Force PAE head.

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