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system skynet 5 satellite
Astrium is responsible for the design, build and launch of 2 military hardened Skynet 5 military communications satellites, delivered in orbit, supporting:
- 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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