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  1. Telescopes are deployed across multiple countries, involving entities including Chile and Hawaii.
  2. Satellite proliferation threatens ground-based astronomy, a major concern for organizations like the European Southern Observatory.

FCC approved Reflect Orbital's satellite launch plan, which drew opposition from the American Astronomical Society over light pollution.

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FCC approved Reflect Orbital's satellite launch plan, which drew opposition from the American Astronomical Society over light pollution.

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Reflect OrbitalAmerican Astronomical Society

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  1. FCC petitioned to deny Reflect Orbital's test satellite request and asked to reverse its prior approval.1 source
  2. Newsweek contacted the FCC for comment regarding Reflect Orbital, while a CWRU professor voiced concerns about technology disrupting scientific research.Sub-event
  3. Reflect Orbital's satellite plan was approved by the FCC, drawing opposition from the American Astronomical Society.1 source

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