| ID | 142557 |
| Title Proper | Caution light |
| Other Title Information | the Anik E2 solar disruption and its effect on Telesat Canada |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Howell, Elizabeth |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Telesat Canada is a satellite communications firm, founded in 1969, that provides global broadcast and broadband services. Its fleet of satellites includes the geostationary Anik line. On January 20, 1994, a major solar storm knocked out communications on two Anik satellites. Anik E1 was recovered through a backup system within hours. However, Anik E2 was non-operational until June 1994, when engineers used an innovative ground fix to regain control. |
| `In' analytical Note | Space Policy Vol. 32; May 2015: p.32–36 |
| Journal Source | Space Policy 2015-06 32 |
| Key Words | Canada ; Telesat ; Anik E2 ; Solar Storm ; Reaction Wheel ; Satellite Dsruption ; COMSAT ; INTELSAT ; John Chapman ; Chapman Report |