U.S. Air Force funds advanced satellite tech for critical weather data

A significant breakthrough in satellite technology has been announced as the U.S. Air Force allocated $15 million to PlanetiQ under a Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI) contract. This two-year agreement aims to expedite the launch and development of spacecraft equipped with cutting-edge instruments to enhance both terrestrial and space weather forecasting capabilities. The funding signals deeper government backing for advanced environmental monitoring technologies essential to military and sci