Fierce Network Features ICLE’s Kristian Stout in Analysis of Satellite Spectrum Policy
An opinion paper by the Fierce Network highlights the recent bipartisan report from the ICLE and New America joint LEO Policy Working Group. ICLE Director of Innovation Policy Kristian Stout was part of the team of analysts that drafted the report. Read the full article here.
Recently, I wrote a story summarizing the current collaborations between satellite operators and telecom companies, and I wanted to include a little information about spectrum. I first checked ChatGPT, and it provided some information that seemed reasonable. But to confirm the information I reached out to Michael Calabrese, director of the Wireless Future Program at the Open Technology Institute at New America, which just published a satellite report.
The New America report is an excellent primer for those of us trying to understand satellite spectrum. First, it’s important to note that the spectrum used for fixed satellite service (FSS), such as SpaceX’s Starlinkbroadband, is different than the spectrum used for mobile satellite service (MSS), which is necessary for direct-to-device services.
I would encourage you to read the New America reportfor all the details (106 pages).