# FCC set to approve new rule revisions on satellite spectrum use.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-08 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- The FCC will vote on April 30 to ease power limits on satellite spectrum use.
- The rule change could increase satellite broadband capacity by up to seven times.
- SpaceX filed a petition in August 2024 arguing current power limits hinder next-gen satellites.
- FCC estimates the new rules could generate up to $2 billion in economic benefits.

**Companies:** SpaceX, Viasat, DirecTV
**Countries:** United States

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