Air Force Space Command boss Gen. Kevin Chilton told reporters Sept. 26 at AFA’s Air & Space Conference that he’s a backer of the proposed joint rocket venture of Boeing and Lockheed Martin, United Space Alliance. “From what I’ve read, it makes sense and increases our assured access to space,” he said. The arrangement would also provide some “dollar savings that are probably needed.” Chilton hasn’t heard anyone raise objections to the venture. “We’re just waiting for FTC approval.” (Boeing thinks that will come next month.)
A pair of Air Force generals are set to receive third stars and take over new commands. The Pentagon announced a new slate of nominations May 25. President Joe Biden nominated Maj. Gen. Stacey T. Hawkins to become a lieutenant general and the new commander of the Air Force Sustainment…