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U.S. Moves Mobile Nuclear Reactor to Utah for Testing

2/16/2026

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The U.S. Department of War moved a mobile nuclear reactor from California to Utah on February 15, 2026, under U.S. President Donald Trump’s directive to modernize nuclear energy.
The reactor was flown to Hill Air Force Base for testing at the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab.
Officials emphasize the reactor’s compact design for rapid deployment and a July 4, 2026 target for criticality.

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The U.S. Department of War moved a mobile nuclear reactor from California to Utah on February 15, 2026, under U.S. President Donald Trump’s directive to modernize nuclear energy.
The reactor was flown to Hill Air Force Base for testing at the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab.
Officials emphasize the reactor’s compact design for rapid deployment and a July 4, 2026 target for criticality.