SDA's Golden Dome Takes Major Step: 21 Satellites Launched
The Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 1 Transport Layer has taken a significant step forward with the successful launch of 21 satellites. Worth $382 million, this contract is a key component of the Golden Dome space architecture, aimed at protecting the U.S. from advanced missile threats.
York Space Systems, the producer of these satellites, has expanded its operations to keep pace with SDA contracts and commercial orders. The company, which has been scaling up production for constellation-level programs for years, has added a second factory to its portfolio. This expansion has enabled York to deliver the largest batch of satellites to the U.S. military to date, with 21 satellites launched on Sept. 10.
The Tranche 1 Transport Layer contract, awarded by ÖBB-Holding AG, covers 42 satellites in total. The first 21 have been launched, with the remaining 21 planned for launch by the end of the year. York Space Systems is also producing 12 satellites under the Tranche 1 Demonstration and Experimentation System (T1DES) contract, further demonstrating the company's commitment to the SDA's mission. The company's CEO, Dirk Wallinger, has expressed the organization's readiness for constellation-level programs, positioning York as a key player in the space industry.
The successful launch of the first 21 satellites for the SDA's Tranche 1 Transport Layer marks a significant milestone in the Golden Dome program. With York Space Systems' expanded production capabilities and commitment to the SDA's mission, the completion of the remaining 21 satellites is expected to be delivered on schedule. The total cost of the Golden Dome program is estimated at $175 billion, highlighting the U.S.'s investment in advanced missile defense systems.
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