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Amazon files FCC application for direct-to-device constellation of 5,100+ satellites using Globalstar spectrum

Amazon has filed plans with the Federal Communications Commission for a direct-to-device satellite constellation exceeding 5,100 satellites. The filing proposes service using Globalstar spectrum, positioning the effort to deliver connectivity without traditional ground coverage for compatible devices.

Discovered 2026-07-27T05:06:36.442142-07:00 | 2026-07-27T05:06:36.442142-07:00

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  • The FCC filing is the gating step for spectrum use and service authorization for a 5,100+ satellite direct-to-device network, shaping timelines for deployment and competitive entry.
  • Using Globalstar spectrum links Amazon’s architecture to an established frequency resource, raising implications for interference management and coordination expectations with other spectrum stakeholders.
  • Direct-to-device broadband could materially change the economics and coverage assumptions behind satellite connectivity plans, particularly for rural/remote use cases.

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