Telesat Seeks IB Approval for Telemetry, Tracking of LightSquared's Relocating MSAT-1

As LightSquared's MSAT-1 relocates from 106.5 degrees west to 107.5 degrees west, Telesat is asking the FCC International Bureau for special temporary authority to use a pair of earth stations for telemetry, tracking and command services. LightSquared subsidiary SkyTerra has received Industry Canada approval to relocate the satellite to 107.5 degrees west, where it's expected it will be for the remainder of its operational life, Telesat said in an IB application filed Thursday. Telesat said the 60-day authority needs to commence by Wednesday.