Intelsat Asks More Time for 33e Testing, Drifting Due to Thruster Problems
Pointing to problems its 33e satellite had with its main thruster, Intelsat is asking for more time for the satellite's in-orbit testing and drift. In an FCC International Bureau filing Tuesday, Intelsat requested a 30-day extension to its special temporary…
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authority for the testing at 59.55 degrees east and the subsequent drift to 60 degrees east. The satellite was launched Aug. 24.