Boeing-Built Fighter Jets Could Launch US Military Satellites Into Space

Friday, April 18, 2014 - 10:30 in Astronomy & Space

The next generation of satellites could hitch a ride on a fighter jet before heading into space. A new concept awarded to Boeing in late March could slice the launch costs by up to 66% if all goes well, the company said in a press release.

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