Update #1:All missing data has been recovered on the Fairbanks pass, REV 48140 at 1915Z.

Topic: Jason-3 Data Delay

Date/Time Issued: May 1, 2026 2008Z


Product(s) or Data Impacted: Jason-3 Data 


Date/Time of Initial Impact: May 1, 2026 1542Z

Date/Time of Expected End: May 1, 2026 1915Z

Length of Event: 3 Hours and 33 Minutes

Details/Specifics: WCDAS Rev 48138, 1542Z considered "FAILED" due to a lack of telemetry and the inability to command throughout the entire support period. The support was on antenna A, which was not working. After troubleshooting, Wallops switched to antenna B, which also failed to establish a connection. 

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