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Boeing-built satellite
will enhance
global high-speed
broadband network
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Inmarsat-5 F4 lifted off May 15 from Kennedy Space Center aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Get the Brand New
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif.—The fourth Boeing Inmarsat-5 This is the fourth Inmarsat-5 satellite Boeing has built for
satellite, which was launched May 15, will noticeably ex- Inmarsat’s Global Xpress network. After reaching its final AEROTECH NEWS
pand the high-speed broadband service available through orbit, the satellite will undergo testing and checkout before AND REVIEW
Inmarsat’s Global Xpress network after the satellite be- being declared operational.
comes fully operational later this year. Latest News • Veteran resources • Military Discounts
“Our partnership with Inmarsat has enabled the creation
The Inmarsat-5 satellites are uniquely able to provide of the world’s only commercial global, mobile Ka-band search for Aerotech News
seamless communications coverage through fixed and network,†said Mark Spiwak, president, Boeing Satellite
steerable beams that can be adjusted in real time to ac- Systems International. “This unique achievement is an
commodate demand surges. example of Boeing’s continuing commitment to deliver
reliable, affordable and innovative solutions for our cus-
“Inmarsat-5 F4 joins our existing Global Xpress constella- tomers.â€
tion, which is already being adopted as the new standard in
global mobile broadband connectivity by companies, gov- Boeing has a strategic marketing partnership with In-
ernments and communities around the world,†said Michele marsat and currently provides both military Ka-band and
Franci, CTO, Inmarsat. “Boeing has been an outstanding commercial Global Xpress services to U.S. government
partner in our journey to make Global Xpress a reality.†customers.
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