Direct TV satellite
Newspaper this morning reported the Direct TV satellite may be failing. Possible move to "GRAVEYARD" location. However, they say they won't dump fuel. Problems with batteries. DISH uses the same...
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Reported battery failure in December and they requested to move it before the solar panels enter darkness and lose power in Feb when there is a concern the batteries could explode. It's also past it's lifetime. Apparently there is adequate fuel left for the move.
One report said the 103 served AK. Another said they would move in a replacement.
Seems to be a non issue for users except perhaps a short temporary bump in service.
One report said the 103 served AK. Another said they would move in a replacement.
Seems to be a non issue for users except perhaps a short temporary bump in service.
