FCC, Swarm Reach Settlement on Unauthorized Satellite Launch
The FCC reached a $900,000 settlement with Swarm Technologies for unauthorized satellite launch (see 1810040057), the agency announced and it appeared in Friday's Daily Digest. The settlement includes an extended period of FCC oversight and a prelaunch notice requirement to…
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the commission. Swarm launched four small satellites in January, despite denial of the company’s application the previous month over concerns about the ability to track them, the agency said. Enforcement Bureau Chief Rosemary Harold said the agency will “aggressively enforce” requirements on preauthorization. “These important obligations protect other operators against radio interference and collisions, making space a safer place to operate,” she said. Friday, Swarm didn't comment.