York Confirms Health of 21 New SDA Satellites

York Confirms Health of 21 New SDA Satellites

York Space Systems said it has confirmed the health of 21 satellites that launched July 16 as part of the Space Development Agency’s data transport constellation. The spacecraft flew last week aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. Within a few hours of launch, York said, it made contact with all 21 satellites. While initial contact is an early step in a monthslong checkout process, it’s welcome news after SDA …

York Space Systems First to Deploy Second Layer of T1TL Transport System, Confirms Health of 21 Additional Satellites on Orbit Within Hours

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York Space Systems’ Second Tactical Communications Satellite Lot ready for launch - Cyprus Shipping News

York is set to become the first Space Development Agency (SDA) Tranche 1 performer to launch a second production lot, reinforcing the maturity of its production model York Space Systems, a leading, US-based national defense and commercial prime providing a comprehensive suite of mission-enabling solutions, today announced that its second production lot of satellites for