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Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet

The partnership is turning two aerospace development rivals into teammates in the game to land work around the $185 billion Golden Dome initiative.

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Colorado Springs and Huntsville are putting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="their feud over" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/20/trump-colorado-springs-space-command-amicus-brief" data-vars-content-id="0c606f75-b416-4b9f-b49f-38ce56e676b5" data-vars-headline="Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/20/trump-colorado-springs-space-command-amicus-brief" target="_self">their feud over</a> U.S. Space Command behind them to focus on the next big aerospace imperative: Golden Dome. Why it matters: The partnership is turning two aerospace development rivals into teammates in the game to land work around the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$185 billion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/22/trump-guetlein-golden-dome-interceptors" data-vars-content-id="0c606f75-b416-4b9f-b49f-38ce56e676b5" data-vars-headline="Huntsville and Colorado Springs bury the Space Command hatchet" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/22/trump-guetlein-golden-dome-interceptors" target="_self">$185 billion</a> Golden Dome initiative.

Alabama submits bid to build Space Academy in Huntsville

Landing the academy would be another generational opportunity for the Rocket City, further cementing its status as an aerospace hub.

With U.S. Space Command&#x27;s relocation <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in full swing" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/12/10/space-command-huntsville-alabama-redstone-arsenal" data-vars-content-id="d561c643-d48f-43e0-aeab-c58946e70336" data-vars-headline="Alabama submits bid to build Space Academy in Huntsville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/12/10/space-command-huntsville-alabama-redstone-arsenal" target="_self">in full swing</a>, Alabama and Huntsville are setting their sights on the next big get: U.S. Space Academy.Why it matters: Landing the academy would be another generational opportunity for the Rocket City, further cementing its status as an aerospace hub and one of the country&#x27;s most important centers for space research and leadership.

Huntsville named a Secret Sauce Community with the right mix for growth

The Rocket City is earning another economic development accolade, but this time it's for what makes it different.

Huntsville has the secret sauce. Why it matters: The Rocket City is earning another economic development accolade, but this time it&#x27;s for what sets it apart: defying assumptions about what a growing American city looks like.

Advanced Navigation launches major Huntsville expansion

The Australia-based company manufactures navigational systems for when GPS isn't available.

Advanced Navigation America is launching an expansion that could more than triple its Huntsville workforce.Why it matters: The expansion adds to Huntsville&#x27;s growing advanced manufacturing field, fueled by a deep talent pool and proximity to aerospace and defense customers.

Airport launches West Aviation expansion

HSV is hoping to capitalize on its momentum to provide prime, build-ready sites with access to one of the longest runways in the country.

Huntsville International Airport has broken ground on its West Aviation development along County Line Road. Why it matters: Leveraging its thousands of available acres, HSV is hoping to capitalize on its momentum to provide prime, build-ready sites with access to one of the longest runways in the country.

Artemis II astronauts thank "unsung heroes" at Marshall

Huntsville's Marshall Space Flight Center manages the Space Launch System that propelled the Artemis II mission into space, and the Artemis crew shared their gratitude Tuesday.

The Artemis II crew is saluting the Rocket City.Why it matters: Huntsville&#x27;s Marshall Space Flight Center manages the Space Launch System that propelled the Artemis II mission into space, and the Artemis crew shared their gratitude Tuesday.

The space defense impact of Auburn's Huntsville research lab

Federal officials and Auburn leaders highlighted just how impactful the rare research opportunities offered at the new facility will be.

Auburn University&#x27;s Applied Research Institute in Cummings Research Park is officially <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="up and running" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/18/auburn-university-huntsville-research-lab-aims-for-workforce-research-impact" data-vars-content-id="c23a7a26-3919-4a51-9445-a7ad8ef2d043" data-vars-headline="The space defense impact of Auburn&#x27;s Huntsville research lab" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/08/18/auburn-university-huntsville-research-lab-aims-for-workforce-research-impact" target="_self">up and running</a>. Why it matters: At a ribbon-cutting Tuesday, federal officials and Auburn leaders highlighted how impactful the rare research opportunities offered at the new facility will be.

Auburn's new Huntsville research lab aims for speed and workforce impact

AUARI aims to fill a research niche in Huntsville's aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

Auburn&#x27;s new Applied Research Institute in Huntsville is looking to be a catalyst for innovation and advanced manufacturing.Why it matters: Auburn&#x27;s lab space aims to fill a research niche in Huntsville&#x27;s aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

Redwire charges ahead on Huntsville expansion

Defense and space tech manufacturer Redwire will add 150 jobs as part of the expansion.

Redwire officially broke ground on its new Huntsville headquarters Tuesday, as the building starts to take shape. Why it matters: It&#x27;s the latest surge of momentum for Huntsville&#x27;s booming aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem.

Huntsville-based PDW lands $820M loan to manufacture drone parts

The massive investment is set to bring new jobs and investment, and help America close the drone production gap.

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Huntsville-based Performance Drone Works has secured up to $820 million to bolster U.S. production of drone components. Why it matters: The massive investment is set to bring new jobs and investment, and help America close the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="drone production gap" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/08/07/air-defense-drones-missles-huntsville-alabama-army-golden-dome" data-vars-content-id="9a7c88a5-0b66-4d6c-9dbc-5c412f3ea103" data-vars-headline="Huntsville-based PDW lands $820M loan to manufacture drone parts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2025/08/07/air-defense-drones-missles-huntsville-alabama-army-golden-dome" target="_self">drone production gap</a>.