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Air Force Discontinues Old Space Fence, Despite Pushing Back New Space Fence Contract

Wednesday, August 14th, 2013

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Air Force Discontinues Old Space Fence, Despite Pushing Back New Space Fence Contract

The Air Force is preparing to discontinue operations of its legacy Space Fence, known as the Air Force Space Surveillance System (AFSSS), despite previously pushing back the contract award for its new Space Fence due to sequestration-related budget cuts. The Air Force said yesterday shutting down AFSSS could save the service approximately $14 million per year starting in fiscal year 2014, or Oct. 1. By discontinuing operations, the AFSSS would not be maintained in operational status, but the service also…

Congress

Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

The Pentagon estimates the U.S.’ ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost at least $29 billion, while a lead official noted the updated figure does not factor in damage to […]

Congress

Appropriators Offer Skepticism On $350B Defense Reconciliation Plan, ‘Big Risk’ For Key Initiatives

Senate and House Appropriators told Pentagon leadership on Tuesday they’re skeptical of the department’s plan to fund $350 billion of the fiscal year 2027 defense budget through the reconciliation process, […]

Congress

All Future Systems Should Have Autonomy Features, Reed Says

Last week, Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.) visited North Kingstown, R.I.-based Senesco, which is teaming with autonomous systems company Havoc to bid on the U.S. Navy’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program. […]

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Senate Appropriators Concerned With DoD’s Reconciliation Plan For Top FY ‘27 Priorities, Aide Says

Senate defense appropriators have concerns with the Pentagon’s decision to include key fiscal year 2027 funding priorities, such as critical munitions and drones production, among its request for $350 billion […]