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Technology · 24/04/2003Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FCC to Redesignate 17.7-19.7 GHz Frequency Band, Grant Blanket Licenses for Satellite Earth Stations

Summary

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is redesignating the 17.7-19.7 GHz frequency band, issuing blanket licenses for satellite earth stations in the 17.7-20.2 GHz and 27.5-30.0 GHz bands, and allocating additional spectrum in the 17.3-17.8 GHz and 24.75-25.25 GHz bands for broadcast satellite-service use.

Original source language: Federal Register — Federal Communications CommissionOpen original release →

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