FCC Sets Out Vision for C-Band Spectrum Auction Next Year

FCC sets out vision for C-band spectrum auction next year

Aims to auction 160MHz of spectrum in the Upper C-band by July 2027

FCC: New licensing scheme, C-Band auction

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has, as expected, approved the establishmemnt of a new super-fast satellite licensing scheme which is designed to help non-geostationary satellite applications. It has also confirmed it will go ahead with a C-Band auction of spectrum in 2027. The FCC will adopt a new Part 100 licensing framework to replace the […]

FCC approves sweeping space reforms while clearing more C-band for 5G

The FCC voted July 22 to push satellite operators out of more C-band spectrum for a 5G auction next year, while approving a licensing overhaul aimed at accelerating the commercial space economy. The post FCC approves sweeping space reforms while clearing more C-band for 5G appeared first on SpaceNews.

FCC adopts Upper C-Band auction rules

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted final rules for auctioning 160MHz of spectrum in the upper C-Band, setting the stage for an auction to close by July 2027 and creating what the regulator called a harmonised 5G super band spanning 440MHz when combined with existing holdings. The rules apply to the 3.98GHz to 4.14GHz range, and build on the FCC’s lower C-Band auction conducted during President Donald Trump’s first term. Combi…

As Anticipated, FCC Adopts Plan for 2027 C-Band Auction

WASHINGTON, D.C. — It is a decision that was largely anticipated, and will impact to some degree broadcast radio and television stations across the U.S. In a vote that saw Democratic FCC Commissioner Anna Gómez dissent in part, the three-member agency on Wednesday moved ahead with rules establishing the auction of 160 MHz of spectrum in the Upper C-Band by July of next year. Please Login to view this content. (Not a member? Join Today!)

ACA Connects Statement on FCC Approval of C-Band Auction Rules - America's Communications Association (ACA Connects)

July 22, 2026—America’s Communications Association released the following statement in response to the FCC’s approval of an order to auction C-band spectrum currently used by cable operators to receive programming via satellite for their video systems.  “This order is the beginning of the journey, not the end,” said Grant Spellmeyer, America’s Communications Association President and CEO. “The relocation of incumbent cable operators off […]