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Aerospace and Defense

Aerospace and Defense

NASA, Boeing prepare for next month’s launch of second Starliner flight test

If Starliner successfully meets all necessary objectives, NASA and Boeing will look for opportunities to fly Starliner’s first crewed mission.

June 21, 2021

Rogers concerned Air Force readiness could be harmed by Biden defense budget

The Biden administration has downsized the defense budget in their first budget request.

June 21, 2021

Starliner second test flight has been authorized for late this summer

If Starliner passes testing with NASA, it could then be used to actually transport astronauts.

April 21, 2021

NASA’s Mars helicopter takes first flight

NASA's Mars helicopter Ingenuity flew on the Red Planet for the first time on Monday.

April 19, 2021

Defense spending increased more than $400 million in North Alabama in 2019

Marshall and Dallas counties made the top 10 list that year.

March 3, 2021

Shelby: Troy facility awarded $200 million Coast Guard contract

The Sikorsky helicopter plant in Troy employs approximately 400 people.

January 23, 2021

Boeing to provide solar arrays for the International Space Station

The new 63-foot-by-20-foot arrays will together produce more than 120 kilowatts of electricity from the sun’s energy.

January 19, 2021

Was politics at the core of Alabama Space Command HQ selection? Insiders say no

Even before the Air Force's official announcement was released, Colorado leaders were calling foul.

January 18, 2021

Tuberville, Brooks claim credit for Space Command Headquarters. It’s a lie, insiders say

"Does any sane person truly believe Tuberville or Brooks could bring this type of deal together?" one source said.

January 13, 2021

Huntsville chosen as preferred site for U.S. Space Command Headquarters

“I couldn’t be more pleased to learn that Alabama will be the new home to the United States Space Command!" Ivey said in a statement.

January 13, 2021