Proposed 2 GHz Rulemaking Means 'Annihilation' of Incumbent Uses: EchoStar

SpaceX's request that applications in 2 GHz band be held in abeyance during any 2 GHz rulemaking, as well as the proposed rulemaking itself (see [Re:2402230027]), should be rejected, EchoStar told the FCC Space Bureau this week. SpaceX hasn't offered any basis for stopping action on applications in the 2 GHz band, while such a hold would be "extraordinarily burdensome," EchoStar said. It added that a proceeding allowing SpaceX into the 2 GHz band would mean "annihilation of all current uses of the band through harmful interference." In addition, EchoStar said SpaceX's presence also "would imperil" EchoStar efforts in the band such as direct-to-device services.