The Journal of Space Commerce

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Intelsat IS-33e Declared a Total Loss

Company Confirms Breakup of Spacecraft in GEO

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Tom Patton
Oct 22, 2024
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Intelsat has confirmed that an anomaly previously disclosed on October 19 has resulted in the total loss of the Intelsat 33e satellite. The company is coordinating with the satellite manufacturer, Boeing, and government agencies to analyze data and observations. A Failure Review Board has been convened to complete a comprehens…

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