Author Archive

Richard Pettibone

Manager, Information Services Group, Forecast International

Richard Pettibone is Manager, Information Services Group, at Forecast International. He edits Defense & Security Monitor, covering defense systems and international issues, and Flight Plan, which focuses on commercial aviation and space systems. For over 30 years, Richard has authored the Defense & Aerospace Companies, Volume I (North America) and Volume II (International) services.
Defense

Germany's Rheinmetall Expands into Space with Focus on Tactical Intel

Company Sets Sights on Tactical Recon, Invests in SAR Satellite Operator ICEYE

  • Richard Pettibone, Forecast International
Defense

EIB backs Polish defense with EUR300 million for Earth observation satellites

Airbus Defence and Space will produce two S950 Optical satellites for launch in 2028

  • Richard Pettibone, Forecast International
Defense

BAE Systems buys Ball Aerospace for $5.5 billion, expanding defense and space capabilities

Ball Aerospace becomes the new Space & Mission Systems business of BAE Systems, Inc.

  • Richard Pettibone, Forecast International