Just over three and a half hours after launch, Viasat announced that its ViaSat-3 F2 satellite has successfully separated from the launch vehicle and begun transmitting signals. This milestone confirms the satellite is ready to proceed with its next operational steps.
ViaSat-3 F2 will serve the Americas, expanding Viasat’s global satellite network. The new satellite features advanced technology designed to efficiently deploy bandwidth and improve performance for commercial mobility, fixed broadband, and defense customers. According to Viasat, ViaSat-3 F2 is expected to double the total bandwidth capacity of the company’s current fleet.
Mark Dankberg, Chairman and CEO of Viasat, said: “The successful launch and initial signal acquisition of ViaSat-3 F2 are a testament to the dedication and expertise of our Viasat team and partners. This cutting-edge satellite will significantly scale our network’s performance and capacity, enabling exciting new connectivity services and supporting our customers’ growing needs across the Americas.”
In the days ahead, ViaSat-3 F2 will deploy its solar arrays before moving toward its final geostationary orbit position. Once in place, it will complete additional deployments such as reflectors, followed by extensive in-orbit testing and integration into Viasat’s network. The company expects service entry for this satellite in early 2026.
The ViaSat-3 Ka-band satellites are built to offer high capacity with flexible bandwidth allocation. This flexibility allows bandwidth resources to be shifted dynamically to areas where demand is highest throughout the day.
For more information about ViaSat-3 satellites, visit Viasat’s official page.
