FCC issues first-ever fine for leaving junk in space
FCC issues first-ever fine for leaving junk in space A satellite in space. Dish Network will pay the price for failing to move its EchoStar-7 satellite out of harm’s way. | ShutterstockThe FCC has issued its first fine for space junk to Dish Network for not properly deorbiting its satellite. The company admitted it was liable for not shifting its EchoStar-7 to a safer spot and will pay a penalty ...