Boeing-made communications satellite breaks up in space

Published On Oct 22, 2024, 11:50 PM

Boeing's recently constructed communications satellite, iS-33e, has completely failed and broken up in orbit, impacting Intelsat's customers across several regions. This incident adds to Boeing's ongoing challenges, including a large-scale strike in its commercial division, issues with its Starliner spacecraft, and recent layoffs. The company is also seeking substantial new funding and has pleaded guilty to a fraud conspiracy charge related to its 737-MAX planes.