This solicitation closed on August 4, 2026
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AFGSC seeks a reusable, rocket-powered VTOL aircraft prototype that transitions to horizontal flight, integrating autonomous controls, advanced propulsion, and cryogenic systems. This addresses the Air Force's need to mature critical technologies for future long-range strike and responsive operational capabilities.
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Collaboration Link, on behalf of Air Force Global Strike Command’s Rapid Capability Division, is seeking prototype and mature advanced technologies required to enable reusable, rocket-powered vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft capable of transitioning to sustained horizontal flight and future high-speed operations. The prototype will integrate autonomous flight controls, advanced propulsion, cryogenic propellant management, aerodynamic control surfaces, and high-temperature structural ...
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