MDA Space says eight Globalstar satellites pass initial on-orbit tests
MDA•MDA Space said all eight Globalstar 2-R satellites launched Aug. 15 passed initial on-orbit functional tests. Electric orbit raising has begun for two satellites, and final integration is complete for the remaining nine satellites on order.
1. Initial tests completed
MDA Space confirmed that all eight Globalstar 2-R satellites launched Aug. 15 passed initial on-orbit functional tests. Electric orbit raising has begun for the first two satellites, and payload health checks are underway.
2. Remaining satellites integrated
Final integration was completed in Montréal for the remaining nine satellites on order. The 17 satellites will replenish Globalstar's HIBLEO constellation, supporting direct-to-device services on select mobile phones and IoT applications.
