Mastodawn

So apparently there's a new startup called Reflect Orbital, and it's founder, a SpaceX intern apparently, feels like there's a need for on-demand sunlight around the world, and he intends to satisfy that need with, I kid you not, a constellation of orbital mirrors. This is SO unnecessary and if anyone approves this at the FCC, it'll be an incredible indictment of humanity. #space #astronomy

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WesDym

@abesamma The FCC would be only one of many regulatory stops. It's not like the FAA doesn't have a say, or is answerable to FCC; they're not. They can veto each other, when it's relevant. For example, FCC requires warning lamps on tall radio towers -- because FAA mandates it for ALL structures tall enough, no matter their purpose. FCC might not care, but it's not their choice.