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– Boeing mission controllers confirmed that the satellite is in good condition as it continues the next phase of its journey to geostationary orbit (22,000 miles from the Earth’s surface).

– The satellite is designed to offer broadband connectivity to commercial mobility, fixed services and defense customers in the Asia-Pacific region.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Florida, April 29, 2026 – boeing [NYSE: BA] Mission controllers confirmed that the ViaSat-3 F3 (VS-3 F3) satellite is in good condition in orbit following its successful launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket at 10:13 a.m. ET from the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. The satellite aims to expand high-capacity broadband services across the Asia-Pacific region when it enters service.

VS-3 F3 separated from the rocket about five hours after launch. After the Boeing Mission Control team in El Segundo, California, acquired the satellite signal, the team confirmed command capability and began spacecraft initialization activities.

VS-3 F3 is the third spacecraft launched for the ViaSat-3 program, highlighting Boeing’s repeatable success in producing the most powerful commercial satellite platform, the 702MP+, to support Viasat’s flexible, ultra-high capacity payload.

“The launch of Viasat-3 F3 marks an important milestone in our partnership with Viasat,” said Ryan Reid, president of Boeing Satellite Systems International. “By combining Boeing’s best-in-class satellite platform with Viasat’s innovative payload, we are delivering the highest capacity communications satellites ever launched. This mission reinforces our commitment to advancing global connectivity.”

VS-3 F3 uses Boeing’s 702MP+ platform, part of the highly reliable 702 family of satellites, developed for the most demanding payloads. The 702MP+ has enhanced structural, power, thermal and attitude control systems to meet the needs of the VS-3 F3 mission.

“ViaSat-3 F3 is a critical step in the expansion of a truly global, high-capacity network, and Boeing’s execution brings us closer to delivering seamless connectivity where it matters most for our customers,” said Dave Abrahamian, vice president of Space Systems at Viasat.

Boeing’s customized 702MP+ powers Viasat’s flexible payload, which is designed to maximize efficient and flexible deployment of bandwidth and provide enhanced performance for commercial mobility, fixed services and defense customers.

Once spacecraft initialization activities are complete, Boeing mission controllers will prepare the satellite for lift into orbit by deploying solar panels produced by Spectrolab, a Boeing subsidiary, and a radiator panel to support the satellite’s electric propulsion. Electric propulsion allows the satellite to reach geostationary orbit with greater fuel efficiency compared to a traditional chemical propulsion system, allowing it to meet the required operational life. After arrival in geostationary orbit, Boeing will deliver the satellite to Viasat for entry into service when both teams complete in-orbit testing.

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