Providing
X-band satellite communications services to governments
is a new application of commercial satellites with substantial growth
potential. SS/L is building two X-band satellites, which will be available
for lease to government users in the United States and Spain, as well
as other friendly and allied nations within the satellites' extensive
coverage area. Optus-C1, which includes an X-band payload, will provide
communications coverage for the Australian Defence forces as one part
of its mission
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