E46 - Weekly Catch-Up: Classified Launch, Policy Shifts and Venture Moves — October 3, 2026

A week of launches and crew operations sat alongside changes in military-space leadership and satellite connectivity and Europe's small-launch plans. This recap separates completed events from ventures and vehicles that still have to demonstrate delivery.

Starship's first orbital flight — @SpaceX on XFalcon launches and Dragon docking — @SpaceX on XFalcon Heavy set to launch classified NROL-97 to high-energy orbit — NASASpaceFlight.comVerizon, AT&T and T-Mobile Formally Establish Joint Venture for D2D Services — Via SatelliteBerkowitz out at DoD Space Policy office — Breaking DefensePortugal's Omnidea Acquires Orbex Assets, Plans PrimeNEO Rocket — European Spaceflight

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