SpaceX MSS Request Gets Kepler Backing

SpaceX's pending request to provide mobile satellite service in the 1610-1617.775 MHz, 2483.5-2500 MHz and 2020-2025 MHz bands (see 2209070003) "is a tremendous opportunity to serve a public benefit" by expanding service and helping close the digital divide, Kepler told the FCC International Bureau last week. Kepler, which also is seeking OK to use the 2020-2025 MHz bands for MSS, said operations in the band in coming years will be critical for meeting rising demand for MSS offerings such as IoT applications.