Notice2026-06739
Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal Web Application Launch
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Published
April 8, 2026
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Commerce DepartmentNational Telecommunications and Information Administration
Abstract
Executive Order 14369, Ensuring American Space Superiority, calls for the demonstration of spectrum leadership across space applications to promote United States spectrum management efficiency. In the spirit of this Order, and as one of NTIA's Spectrum IT Modernization deliverables called for in Section 9203 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021, NTIA announces the launch of the NTIA Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal. This portal will allow commercial space launch providers to request spectrum for space launch operations, as well as view the status of their requests and communicate with federal agencies involved in the review process. Agencies will be able to review submitted requests, provide feedback, and approve requests.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 67 (Wednesday, April 8, 2026)]
[Notices]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-06739]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
[Docket No. 260330-0079]
Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal Web Application Launch
AGENCY: National Telecommunications and Information Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce.
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: Executive Order 14369, Ensuring American Space Superiority,
calls for the demonstration of spectrum leadership across space
applications to promote United States spectrum management efficiency.
In the spirit of this Order, and as one of NTIA's Spectrum IT
Modernization deliverables called for in Section 9203 of the National
Defense Authorization Act of 2021, NTIA announces the launch of the
NTIA Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal. This portal will allow
commercial space launch providers to request spectrum for space launch
operations, as well as view the status of their requests and
communicate with federal agencies involved in the review process.
Agencies will be able to review submitted requests, provide feedback,
and approve requests.
DATES: The website was launched on March 24, 2026.
ADDRESSES: <a href="https://slfcp.ntia.gov/login">https://slfcp.ntia.gov/login</a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Litwack, Computer Scientist,
Spectrum National Security Systems, Office of Spectrum Management, 1401
Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230, 202-821-6532, and
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b3dedfdac7c4d2d0d8f3ddc7dad29dd4dcc5"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="97fafbfee3e0f6f4fcd7f9e3fef6b9f0f8e1">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
The space portal is a web application designed to streamline
spectrum requests for commercial space launch providers. Currently, the
process is a manual request coordinated via email. The space launch
portal provides a central portal where a commercial space launch entity
will submit a spectrum request for launch. The commercial launch
provider, after obtaining a non-exclusive nationwide FCC license and
registering each launch site and station, will initiate a request that
will be coordinated amongst federal agencies. Agencies will make
comments for each request and the portal will provide a transparent
view of where spectrum requests are in the federal spectrum approval
process. The portal will require users to authenticate via <a href="http://Login.gov">Login.gov</a> to
ensure secure access.
Purpose of the Portal
The portal will provide a location to request spectrum in the S-
band frequencies for space launches. This application will deliver a
transparent and more expeditious process for commercial space launch
entities to review their requests and observe the status of those
requests. Additionally, federal entities will be able to view all
aspects of a request including comments from other agencies.
Regulatory and Statutory Framework
The FCC issued Public Notice-ET Docket No. 13-115 that outlines
data and procedural requirements for the Space Launch Frequency
Coordination Portal. Once a commercial entity receives an FCC license,
it will submit its space launch spectrum request through the portal.
NTIA plans to use the portal to coordinate space launch requests as the
FCC continues to finalize these elements of its licensing framework.
This portal ensures compliance with Executive Order 12046, which
establishes NTIA's spectrum oversight role, and 47 CFR part 300, which
requires that federal systems must adhere to the NTIA manual's
procedures and data formats. Additionally, the Launch Communications
Act directs the FCC in coordination with NTIA to increase the
automation of spectrum coordination processes and increase the speed by
which launch applications occur.
Implementation Timeline
The Space Launch Frequency Coordination Portal launched on March
24, 2026.
Dated: March 30, 2026.
David Brodian,
Chief Counsel, National Telecommunications and Information
Administration.
[FR Doc. 2026-06739 Filed 4-7-26; 8:45 am]
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