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SpaceX, US Department of Defense
USA, Iran
May 27, 2026
Verified: May 27, 2026
"SpaceX has increased the monthly Starlink fee for US military FLM-136 (LUCAS) drones from $5,000 to $25,000. The company claims the previous rate was intended for land/water drones, not short-lived aerial combat drones. The US Department of Defense and SpaceX have publicly denied the Reuters report regarding the price hike."
"SpaceX has increased the monthly Starlink fee for US military FLM-136 (LUCAS) drones from $5,000 to $25,000. The company claims the previous rate was intended for land/water drones, not short-lived aerial combat drones. The US Department of Defense and SpaceX have publicly denied the Reuters report regarding the price hike."
"The previous reports record suggests the Pentagon and SpaceX deny the Reuters report of a dispute, whereas this news provinformations detailed accounts of the pricing dispute and technical violations, supported by Musk's own statements."
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Author: Eric Berger
This book provides deep insight into SpaceX's corporate culture, its pragmatic and often aggressive approach to business, and its complex relationship with the US government, which is essential for understanding the company's pricing strategies and negotiation tactics.
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