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The Space Force has awarded $615M in contracts for a second batch of aircraft-tracking satellites, building on a previous $4.16B award to SpaceX. The satellites are part of the SB-AMTI program, aimed at developing an initial satellite constellation. This new batch of contracts supports the expansion of the program's capabilities.
The award is significant as it enhances the Space Force's ability to track aircraft, bolstering national security and surveillance capabilities. The investment in satellite technology also underscores the importance of space-based systems in modern defense strategies.
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