How do I join?

To gain the benefits of the Space Data Association, sign up online or email us at membership@space-data.org.

Who can join the SDA?

SDA membership is open to all owners and operators responsible for the control and operations of in-orbit satellites. Join today!

What is the difference between SOCRATES-GEO and SDA?

During initial operating capabilities, there is no difference between the SDA/SDC and Socrates-GEO. After full operating capabilities, which will take place in the first quarter of 2011, the SDA’s data center will offer greater capability including: RFI mitigation...

What are the next steps?

The SDC has now achieved full operational capability (FOC), and we are seeking satellite operators to join as Standard Members.

How will the SDA be funded?

To date, the majority of the costs have been funded by the Executive Members (SES, Intelsat, Inmarsat and Eutelsat), and lately supplemented by member contributions that are a low flat fee for the first year. Future funding will be agreed upon by the SDA executive...

What are the key system features?

A diversely hosted system with globally distributed tertiary redundancy for high availability and to encourage global participation Data protection through use of high-level security systems and protocols Robust administration and system auditing processes Validation...