ADS-B via Iridium NEXT satellites

Iridium NEXT will replace Iridium's current satellite constellation, ensuring continuity of the first generation of global mobile satellite services. Iridium NEXT constellation will consist of 66 cross-linked, LEO satellites in six orbital planes intersecting over the North and South Poles. Each Iridium Next satellite will integrate a secondary payload. This paper is based on the feasibility study to embark a dedicated ADS-B secondary payload, on board half or all satellites.