Event Brief
Oct 8, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
MDA Space CEO says missile defense could use satellites
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
MDA Space CEO Mike Greenley said satellite systems could detect and track incoming missiles and potentially intercept them from land or space. He described space-based missile defense as a realistic option, citing the growing importance of hypersonic missiles and Russia's and China's capabilities, and said it need not cost more than other advanced defense technologies.
WHO: MDA Space CEO Mike Greenley
WHAT: Greenley said space-based systems could help detect, track and intercept incoming missiles.
WHEN: Oct 8, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
WHERE: Canada
WHY: Greenley said such systems are becoming increasingly necessary as hypersonic missiles grow in importance and Russia and China have those capabilities.
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