Insider Brief
- Raytheon has secured a $51.8 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to lead the Defense Experimentation Using Commercial Space Internet program.
- This initiative aims to develop advanced satellite communications antennas for military aircraft, leveraging commercial space internet technology to enhance operational connectivity.
- Work on the project will be conducted at Raytheon’s facility in McKinney, Texas, and is scheduled for completion by May 22, 2027.
According to the U.S. Department of Defense Contracts Announcements, Raytheon has secured a $51.8 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to lead the Defense Experimentation Using Commercial Space Internet program. This initiative aims to develop advanced satellite communications antennas for military aircraft, leveraging commercial space internet technology to enhance operational connectivity.
The contract was awarded following a competitive process, with 15 companies submitting proposals. Raytheon emerged as the chosen contractor, tasked with creating multi-band, satellite communications antennas that can be integrated into military aircraft systems. This technology is expected to improve communication capabilities in various operational environments.
Work on the project will be conducted at Raytheon’s facility in McKinney, Texas, and is scheduled for completion by May 22, 2027. The Air Force Research Laboratory, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, will oversee the project, ensuring that the development aligns with the Air Force’s broader goals for innovation and capability enhancement.
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