Big breakthrough for beyond-line-of-sight communications in the U.S. Military

Published: Dec. 4, 2023, 1:09 p.m.

b"There has been a significant achievement for DoD\\u2019s Space Development Agency. Last month, SDA demonstrated it could use a communication system called Link 16 between ground stations and its new network of low-earth orbiting satellites. It is the first time the ubiquitous military communication protocol has ever been used in space. For more on why that matters and what it means, Federal News Network Deputy Editor Jared Serbu talked with Jennifer Elzea, SDA's Director of Strategic Engagement.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"