FCC Framework Fuels Satellite-Terrestrial Partnerships

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2025  – Telecom carriers have shown that a little creativity and a lot of satellite power can go a long way toward bridging connectivity gaps traditional networks don’t serve, according to space communications experts.

The Federal Communications Commission adopted a framework in March 2024 that created a foundation for collaboration between satellite operators and land-based providers to ensure consumer devices remain connected, even where terrestrial coverage is limited or unavailable.

Representatives from AT&T, Skylo, and Iridium shared how their organizations have innovated within the FCC's Supplemental Coverage from Space (SCS) framework, during a Federal Communications Bar Association webinar Monday, with each company taking a unique approach to harnessing the potential of satellites to fill connectivity gaps.