ConnectivityTelesat’s Lightspeed Now Fully Funded; MDA to Build Constellation It is all systems go for Canadian operator Telesat and its Lightspeed LEO satellite constellation. In a surprise announcement on Friday, the company confirmed that the long-awaited constellation is now fully funded and…
ConnectivityPanasonic Expands GEO Ku-Band Satellite Capacity Panasonic Avionics has embarked on an ambitious journey to expand its existing network. The addition of new and expanded GEO Ku-band satellite capacity promises higher-speed in-flight internet connections. This network boost emphasizes…
ConnectivitySpaceX Shares Details of Higher Bandwidth V2 Mini Starlink Satellites SpaceX shared details of mini second-generation Starlink satellites on Feb. 26, calling them “V2 Minis,” saying the new technology will provide more bandwidth and increased reliability. This announcement came after the FCC recently gave SpaceX…
ConnectivityAirbus to Provide Tactical Satellite Communications for Belgian Ministry of Defence Airbus signed a contract with the Belgian Ministry of Defence, the company announced last week. Airbus will provide tactical satellite communications services for the Armed Forces over a 15-year period. Airbus plans…
ConnectivityAlaska Airlines Selects Intelsat’s Technology to Offer Satellite Wi-Fi on Regional Aircraft Alaska Airlines just announced that it plans to be the first global airline to offer high-speed Wi-Fi on regional jets. The airline chose Intelsat’s newest satellite Wi-Fi technology that uses an electronically…
ConnectivityAirbus and VDL Announce Partnership to Develop UltraAir While the aviation industry has maintained a consistent focus on the creation and implementation of new aircraft designs, other advancements in the industry are promising to bring great value to the aviation…
ConnectivityFCC Seeks Comment on Streamlining the Satellite Licensing Process The FCC is working to improve the licensing procedures for commercial satellites. On Wednesday, the FCC decided to seek comments on changes to its policies and rules for satellite applications. This commission said…
ConnectivitySpaceX Launches its First Mission for OneWeb SpaceX performed its first mission for OneWeb on Thursday, sending 40 satellites to Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) on a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission was notable in two ways—it was SpaceX’s first launch for Starlink…
ConnectivityPresident of Intelsat Commercial Aviation Shares Thoughts on the Future of Connectivity For many airlines, it is becoming increasingly important to offer in-flight connectivity. The quality of Wi-Fi available onboard an aircraft has a significant impact on a passenger’s satisfaction. The connectivity needs to…
ConnectivitySpaceX Jumps into Competitive IFC Market with New Starlink Aviation Service The era of Starlink Aviation is now here. SpaceX has made no secret of its desire to become a major player in the IFC market, and has now taken the next step by unveiling Starlink Aviation.…