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Stratolaunch has partnered with Kratos Defense to enhance the Roc aircraft's capabilities for hypersonic flight testing and defense applications. This collaboration aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional rocket launches, facilitating more frequent testing of systems like the Talon-A, with key missions slated for 2024 and commercial applications expected by 2025. The partnership responds to the U.S. military's growing demand for hypersonic technologies amid rising geopolitical tensions.