The Space Development Agency isn't doing enough to demonstrate laser communications links work in each slate of launched satellites before moving onto the next, according to the Government Accountability Office. GAO accuses SDA of “not following key leading practices for rapid delivery of complex products,” according to the report released today, and of not ensuring “opportunities to learn between tranches.” “The agency is moving forward with additional investments that are not commensurate with its development progress,” GAO said. SDA, in...
