Solar Array Problems in Sirius Satellite

Sirius Satellite Radio has confirmed that some of its satellites are having minor problems with circuits in their solar arrays. Space Systems/Loral built the Sirius satellites. The circuit problems are not expected to limit the power of the broadcast signal, nor reduce the expected operational life of the satellites.

Loral has reported that a number of other Space Systems/Loral satellites potentially have a similar problem, but continue to function normally, staying well within their “full design power.” Loral is to watching the affected satellites closely.

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