Modernizing Spectrum Sharing for Satellite Broadband
Key claim: The FCC Space Bureau updated technical reference links for geostationary satellite networks to reflect current operational conditions and improve spectrum sharing with non-geostationary broadband constellations.
Abstract
(Rule · Federal Communications Commission) In this document, the Space Bureau (Bureau or we) within the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) updates the initial set of geostationary (GSO) satellite network reference links adopted in the Modernizing Spectrum Sharing for Satellite Broadband Report and Order (Order). Ensuring the GSO reference links appropriately reflect typical and widespread GSO satellite operations in the United States will promote efficient spectrum sharing among today’s broadband satellite systems.
Why this matters
This final-rule action updates technical references used for spectrum sharing between geostationary networks and non-geostationary broadband constellations, bringing them into line with current operational conditions. Its immediate significance is technical coordination between satellite operators; the finding does not establish changes to consumer prices, coverage, or service performance.