First LEO-LEO Laser Link Between Vendors Achieved

Connected York Satellite With a SpaceX Satellite

Jan 13, 2025

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The first low Earth orbit (LEO) inter-vendor laser communication link for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) has been achieved. A Tranche 0 Transport satellite built by York connected with a Tranche 0 Tracking satellite built by SpaceX, representing a significant milestone in space-based communication.

"Achieving the first inter-vendor…

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