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FCC Chair Targets Starlink's Dominance in Satellite Market

FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urges increased competition against SpaceX's Starlink, which comprises nearly two-thirds of active satellites, having launched approximately 7,000 units since 2018. She is advocating for policy adjustments to prevent monopolistic control in the satellite internet sector.

2024-09-11T09:18:14.032239-07:00

Flying Magazine

FCC Sets New Rules Enhancing Drone Operations with 5-GHz Spectrum Access

2024-09-05T13:51:48.158472-07:00

PCMag

AT&T and Verizon Aim to Block SpaceX's Cellular Starlink: FCC Implications

2024-08-23T14:00:15.926632-07:00

SpaceNews.com

Supreme Court Ruling May Impact FCC's Orbital Debris Rules

2024-08-23T13:33:12.883581-07:00

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Reuters

FCC Chair Targets Starlink's Dominance in Satellite Market FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel urges increased competition against SpaceX's Starlink, which comprises nearly two-thirds of active satellites, having launched approximately 7,000 units since 2018. She is advocating for policy adjustments to prevent monopolistic control in the satellite internet sector.

2024-09-11T09:18:14.032239-07:00

FCC Chair Targets Starlink's Dominance in Satellite Market

Flying Magazine

FCC Sets New Rules Enhancing Drone Operations with 5-GHz Spectrum Access The FCC's recent decision permits drones to utilize the 5-GHz spectrum, facilitating the integration of UAS into the national airspace. This move aims to bolster operational safety and expand usage capabilities, marking a significant advancement in drone infrastructure and regulation.

2024-09-05T13:51:48.158472-07:00

FCC Sets New Rules Enhancing Drone Operations with 5-GHz Spectrum Access

PCMag

AT&T and Verizon Aim to Block SpaceX's Cellular Starlink: FCC Implications SpaceX cautions the FCC against approving AT&T and Verizon's requests, which could obstruct the rollout of its cellular Starlink service. The outcome may significantly impact consumer access and competitive dynamics in the telecommunications sector.

2024-08-23T14:00:15.926632-07:00

AT&T and Verizon Aim to Block SpaceX's Cellular Starlink: FCC Implications

SpaceNews.com

Supreme Court Ruling May Impact FCC's Orbital Debris Rules A U.S. Supreme Court decision threatens to disrupt the Federal Communications Commission's efforts to enforce stricter regulations on orbital debris management, potentially affecting future space operations and satellite launches.

2024-08-23T13:33:12.883581-07:00

Supreme Court Ruling May Impact FCC's Orbital Debris Rules

Leonard David

PIRG Urges FCC to Halt LEO Satellite Launches Pending Environmental Reviews PIRG calls on the FCC to suspend new low earth orbit satellite launches until comprehensive environmental impact assessments are conducted in coordination with the EPA, NASA, and international regulators.

2024-08-22T16:38:14.894878-07:00

PIRG Urges FCC to Halt LEO Satellite Launches Pending Environmental Reviews

FlightGlobal

BAE Systems to Enhance F-15EX and F/A-18E/F Flight Control Computers BAE Systems will upgrade the fly-by-wire flight control computers for Boeing's F-15EX Eagle II and F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, improving the performance and capabilities of these fighter aircraft.

2024-08-20T13:08:41.050924-07:00

BAE Systems to Enhance F-15EX and F/A-18E/F Flight Control Computers

PCMag

FCC Approves SpaceX's Upgrade of Starlink Satellites to Gen-2 Tech The FCC has granted SpaceX permission to enhance its first-generation Starlink satellites with second-generation technology to improve broadband quality. This upgrade is expected to enhance overall system performance.

2024-08-20T07:44:43.397913-07:00

FCC Approves SpaceX's Upgrade of Starlink Satellites to Gen-2 Tech

Via Satellite

FCC Approves Globalstar's HIBLEO-4 Constellation Upgrade Despite SpaceX Objections The FCC has granted Globalstar a 15-year license extension for its HIBLEO-4 satellites, allowing the company to proceed with its Low-Earth Orbit constellation upgrade despite opposition from SpaceX.

2024-08-19T11:12:22.405598-07:00

FCC Approves Globalstar's HIBLEO-4 Constellation Upgrade Despite SpaceX Objections

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