Ukraine in Talks to Lift Speed Limit on Military Satellite Network with SpaceX and Pentagon
Ukraine is in discussions with SpaceX and the Pentagon to remove a speed cap on its military satellite communication service. The speed limit, imposed on October 15, 2026, restricts data connection for moving communication terminals. The change is being considered to improve operational capabilities for Ukrainian drones.
Where Sources Diverge
The exact date of the speed limit imposition is reported as October 15, 2026, by The Hindu, while other sources do not specify the date.
The cap, imposed without warning early October 15, cuts the internet data connection when a communication terminal moves faster than 160 kph, which is common for Ukrainian drones equipped with Starshield.
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service.
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network.
The exact speed limit is reported as 160 kph by The Hindu, while other sources do not specify the speed limit.
The cap, imposed without warning early October 15, cuts the internet data connection when a communication terminal moves faster than 160 kph, which is common for Ukrainian drones equipped with Starshield.
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service.
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network.
The exact entity imposing the speed limit is not specified by Los Angeles Times and AP, while The Hindu reports it as an unspecified entity.
The cap, imposed without warning early October 15, cuts the internet data connection when a communication terminal moves faster than 160 kph, which is common for Ukrainian drones equipped with Starshield.
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service.
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network.
The exact reason for the speed limit is not specified by Los Angeles Times and AP, while The Hindu reports it as a technical limitation affecting data connection.
The cap, imposed without warning early October 15, cuts the internet data connection when a communication terminal moves faster than 160 kph, which is common for Ukrainian drones equipped with Starshield.
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service.
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network.
Sources
The cap, imposed without warning early October 15, cuts the internet data connection when a communication terminal moves faster than 160 kph, which is common for Ukrainian drones equipped with Starshield
Ukraine is in talks with SpaceX and the Pentagon to lift a speed cap on its military satellite communication service
Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network AP News