Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 6342
Skynet
Tabled: 4 October 2024
Answered: 14 October 2024
Named DayQuestion
James Cartlidge
Conservative — South Suffolk
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, for what reason the period until the launch of the SKYNET 6A satellite has been extended.
Answer
Luke PollardThe launch date for SKYNET 6A satellite has been adjusted on advice from Airbus Defence and Space due to a combination of factors including a key component quality control issue.