Debrief: Launch Startups Pivot To Missile Defense

Former pure-play launch startups are increasing moving into missile defense Image credit: Freepik

Former pure-play launch startups are increasingly moving into missile defense.

 

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Receiving a $105 million investment from Lockheed Martin in May, X-Bow Systems is the latest erstwhile launch startup to sharpen its focus on missile defense. With the investment, X-Bow Systems will become a new independent supplier of solid rocket motors and other services to Lockheed. The Texas...
Matthew Fulco

Matthew Fulco is Business Editor for Aviation Week, focusing on commercial aerospace and defense.

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