CSPS Pushes Guidelines for Satellite Spectrum Reallocation Studies

The "slow erosion" of exclusive spectrum for satellite means its operators and users "can no longer presume" the FCC and NTIA can guarantee interference-free operation, Aerospace Corp.'s Center for Space Policy and Strategy reported Thursday. CSPS said FCC studies of spectrum sharing or reallocation should, at a minimum, consider the economic benefits of existing satellite-based services, whether spectrum repurposing would have societal benefit, and the technical feasibility and costs of mitigating terrestrial interference. CSPS said such studies should look at the time required to develop, test, manufacture and install technical mitigation.