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Skynet 5

EADS Astrium is responsible for the design, build and launch of 2 military hardened Skynet 5 military communications satellites, delivered in orbit.

  • UHF and SHF payloads
  • Secure satellite control link
  • Anti-jam capability (Nulling Antenna)
  • Multiple, steerable spot beams
  • Switchable connectivity
  • Support to legacy terminals
Skynet 5 communications service coverage will be enhanced through commercial augmentation:
  • Global mobile - Iridium
  • Satellite communications - Intelsat, Inmarsat
  • Fibre - Cable & Wireless
Skynet 5 coverage availability can be enhanced through:
  • Additional Paradigm launches driven by market demand
  • Mutual back-up Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs)
  • Capacity leased from other military satellite communications systems

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