UK Signs Skynet Satellite Contract With Airbus

Tony Osborne July 20, 2020
Skynet
Skynet 6A military communications satellite, planned for launch in 2025.
Credit: Airbus Defence and Space
LONDON—The British government has signed a long-awaited contract with Airbus for the next-generation Skynet communications satellite. The £500 million ($628 million) contract will see Airbus build Skynet 6A, which is targeted for launch in 2025. It comes as the UK triggers a refresh of its approach...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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