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Iridium schedules July launch of dedicated PNT ASIC as it builds higher-power GNSS backup and reiterates 2030 revenue outlook

Iridium says it expects to roll out its dedicated PNT ASIC in July as part of a higher-power backup for GPS and other GNSS systems, while holding its forecast for at least $100 million in annual revenue by 2030. The company also set an April 23, 2026 earnings call for Q1 results.

2026-04-23T11:25:11.508343-07:00

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Gilat targets Airbus line-fit catalog approval for electronically steered antenna hardware

2026-04-23T08:49:54.576111-07:00

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United CEO Scott Kirby shuts down free inflight Wi‑Fi for non‑Starlink aircraft after brief “open access” glitch

2026-04-23T00:24:29.882146-07:00

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Univity raises ~$32M Series A to field two 5G VLEO demonstrators in 2027, scaling toward 1,600+ satellites

2026-04-22T23:05:44.348378-07:00

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Iridium schedules July launch of dedicated PNT ASIC as it builds higher-power GNSS backup and reiterates 2030 revenue outlook Iridium says it expects to roll out its dedicated PNT ASIC in July as part of a higher-power backup for GPS and other GNSS systems, while holding its forecast for at least $100 million in annual revenue by 2030. The company also set an April 23, 2026 earnings call for Q1 results.

2026-04-23T11:25:11.508343-07:00

Iridium schedules July launch of dedicated PNT ASIC as it builds higher-power GNSS backup and reiterates 2030 revenue outlook

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Gilat targets Airbus line-fit catalog approval for electronically steered antenna hardware Gilat Satellite Networks says it is optimistic its electronically steerable antenna (ESA) hardware will become “linefit offerable” as Airbus moves toward a more modular aircraft configuration. The outcome would position Gilat’s multi-orbit inflight connectivity terminals for easier OEM integration rather than retrofit-only pathways.

2026-04-23T08:49:54.576111-07:00

Gilat targets Airbus line-fit catalog approval for electronically steered antenna hardware

executivetraveller.com

United CEO Scott Kirby shuts down free inflight Wi‑Fi for non‑Starlink aircraft after brief “open access” glitch United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says the carrier will not offer free in‑flight Wi‑Fi on aircraft not equipped with Starlink, despite a short-lived issue last week that reportedly allowed open access across parts of United’s fleet. The stance reinforces a paid-connectivity model tied to specific installed systems.

2026-04-23T00:24:29.882146-07:00

United CEO Scott Kirby shuts down free inflight Wi‑Fi for non‑Starlink aircraft after brief “open access” glitch

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Univity raises ~$32M Series A to field two 5G VLEO demonstrators in 2027, scaling toward 1,600+ satellites French startup Univity says it has raised around $32 million in a Series A to launch a pair of 5G very-low-Earth-orbit (VLEO) demonstrators next year. The funding supports plans for at least 1,600 VLEO satellites aimed at extending 5G coverage from space for telecom operators.

2026-04-22T23:05:44.348378-07:00

Univity raises ~$32M Series A to field two 5G VLEO demonstrators in 2027, scaling toward 1,600+ satellites

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EDRS-A to launch with space-based laser communications payload for secure, high-capacity data links A space-based laser communications system integrated on the European Data Relay System (EDRS)-A satellite payload is scheduled for launch Jan. 27. ESA and Airbus Defence & Space describe it as a secure, high-capacity data transmitter supporting both commercial and military operators.

2026-04-22T17:50:05.414500-07:00

EDRS-A to launch with space-based laser communications payload for secure, high-capacity data links

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USAF weighs outsourcing day-to-day Wideband Global Satcom (WGS) operations to a commercial partner by 2016 The U.S. Air Force is considering moving day-to-day operations of its Wideband Global Satcom (WGS) constellation to a commercial partner as early as 2016, according to a senior service communications official. The decision would shift routine constellation operations toward an external operator model.

2026-04-22T16:49:52.706045-07:00

USAF weighs outsourcing day-to-day Wideband Global Satcom (WGS) operations to a commercial partner by 2016

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Jetstar selects Viasat AMARA to equip 11 upgraded Boeing 787 Dreamliners with high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi Jetstar Airways has chosen Viasat’s next-generation AMARA in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution for its upgraded Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The rollout covers 11 aircraft, according to the carrier’s announcement, positioning AMARA as the connectivity backbone for Jetstar’s long-haul cabin upgrades.

2026-04-22T13:24:49.422758-07:00

Jetstar selects Viasat AMARA to equip 11 upgraded Boeing 787 Dreamliners with high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi

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Eutelsat renews Mexico video distribution deal with PCTV and expands Caribbean DTH/connectivity with Co-op Cable via EUTELSAT 11 Eutelsat announced new broadcast agreements alongside renewals to support DTH and video services in Mexico and the Caribbean. The operator will continue distributing PCTV video services over EUTELSAT 117 West A and partner with Co-op Cable for an expanded Caribbean DTH and connectivity offering using EUTELSAT 65 West A.

2026-04-22T12:57:33.145288-07:00

Eutelsat renews Mexico video distribution deal with PCTV and expands Caribbean DTH/connectivity with Co-op Cable via EUTELSAT 11

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Iridium schedules July launch of dedicated PNT ASIC as it builds higher-power GNSS backup and reiterates 2030 revenue outlook

Gilat targets Airbus line-fit catalog approval for electronically steered antenna hardware

United CEO Scott Kirby shuts down free inflight Wi‑Fi for non‑Starlink aircraft after brief “open access” glitch

Univity raises ~$32M Series A to field two 5G VLEO demonstrators in 2027, scaling toward 1,600+ satellites

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