The brief

Analyst view

• Cygnus XL resupply missions to ISS carry 5 tonnes per flight; 33% more capacity than standard Cygnus.
• Mission Robotic Vehicle launched July 2026 with a seven-DOF arm for satellite servicing and debris removal.
• YFQ-48A Talon autonomous fighter drone is a CCA contender with 30% faster assembly; first flight Q4 2026.

Technical approach

As reported

Resupply

Cygnus cargo modules

Pressurized modules (36 m³ on XL) with autonomous rendezvous, capable of raising the ISS orbit and delivering 5 tonnes per mission.

Servicing

MRV robotic arm and pods

Seven-axis robotic arm with mission extension pods for life extension, in-orbit refueling, and debris removal.

Combat Drones

CCA autonomous aircraft

Lightweight fighter drones with modular design and semi-autonomous capability, built for affordability and rapid assembly.