New Web Portal Speeds Up Space Launch Frequency Requests
Published Date: 4/8/2026
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Summary
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration just launched a new online portal to help commercial space launch companies request and track radio frequencies for their launches. This replaces slow email back-and-forth with a faster, clearer system that connects companies and federal agencies. The portal went live on March 24, 2026, making space launch planning smoother without extra costs for users.
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Portal Live as of March 24, 2026
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration launched the Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal on March 24, 2026. The portal replaces the manual email process for coordinating launch spectrum and is available at https://slfcp.ntia.gov/login.
Request S‑Band Spectrum Through Portal
Commercial space launch providers can use the portal to request spectrum in the S‑band for launch operations. After obtaining a non-exclusive nationwide FCC license and registering each launch site and station, entities will submit their launch spectrum requests through the portal for federal agency review, comment, and approval.
Login.gov Authentication Required
Users of the Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal must authenticate via Login.gov to access the system. This enforces secure access for commercial launch providers and federal reviewers using the portal.
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