Topic: Update#2 - Final Update: After the LUT vendor replaced the indoor fiber transceiver, the LUT returned to normal operations at 1244Z on January 13, 2021.
Date/Time Issued: January 13, 2021 1323Z
Product(s) or Data Impacted: SARSAT alert data
Date/Time of Initial Impact: January 10, 2021 0719Z
Date/Time of Expected End: January 13, 2021 1244Z
Length of Outage: 3 Days 5 Hours 25 Mins
Details/Specifics of Change: The Alaska 4 (AK4) LEO Ground Station located in Fairbanks, AK has missed two consecutive passes. The maintenance vendor has been notified.
Impact: Minor-Dual satellite tracking capability lost. Distress alert detection/reporting may be delayed.
Contact Information for Further Information: USMCC Operations
usmcc@noaa.gov at
301-817-4576
Web Site(s) for applicable information: N/A
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