Firefly Alpha Rocket Grounded After In-Flight Anomaly
Launch provider says a nozzle extension on the upper engine was lost during stage separation, preventing the rocket from reaching orbit.
Launch provider says a nozzle extension on the upper engine was lost during stage separation, preventing the rocket from reaching orbit.
Each new Air Force aircraft will cost as much as $300 million.
System features an auxiliary lubrication that automatically engages in the event of primary oil pressure loss.
Fighter is one of 16 ordered by the country to modernize its air force.
The purchase will make Egypt the 23rd country to operate the tactical airlifter.
The companies that jointly operate United Launch Alliance are in talks to sell their rocket business to Sierra Space, according to a report.
The deal with Lockheed Martin also includes an option to purchase an additional 20 fighter jets for the Hellenic Air Force.
United Launch Alliance’s Delta IV Heavy space launch vehicle will carry a classified payload from the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office.
The Persian Gulf island country is the first Gulf Cooperation Council member to operate the jets, Lockheed Martin said.
The manufacturer’s HEX testbed and demonstrator aircraft will help it evaluate a future family of large, self-flying VTOL models.