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FCC Declares October Space Month, Streamlines Satellite Licensing

10/8/2025

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FCC Streamlines Satellite Licensing

The FCC has declared October Space Month and aims to streamline satellite licensing with a default-to-yes for applications.
Chairman Brendan Carr says updates are needed to boost U.S. competitiveness against China's expanding satellite capabilities.
Proposed changes would replace bespoke licensing with a licensing assembly line and revise Earth station siting rules. Northwood Space's CEO backs modernization.

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FCC Streamlines Satellite Licensing

The FCC has declared October Space Month and aims to streamline satellite licensing with a default-to-yes for applications.
Chairman Brendan Carr says updates are needed to boost U.S. competitiveness against China's expanding satellite capabilities.
Proposed changes would replace bespoke licensing with a licensing assembly line and revise Earth station siting rules. Northwood Space's CEO backs modernization.

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