Telstra Warns of Inadequate Support for Emergency Calls via LEO Satellite Services
Telstra has issued a warning to the Australian federal government regarding the limitations of incoming satellite-to-mobile voice services, particularly in supporting emergency triple zero calls. The telecommunications company highlighted that low earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations must reach a 'critical mass' to ensure reliable service. This warning was part of Telstra's response to a parliamentary inquiry into the universal outdoor mobile obligation (UOMO). Telstra emphasized that the integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks is essential for reliable SMS, voice, and data services. The company pointed out that until LEO satellite constellations are sufficiently dense, they cannot sustain long-duration calls necessary for emergency situations. Telstra's experience with LEO satellite services has shown increased outages, impacting emergency call capabilities, particularly in remote areas. The company has paused further migration of its remote small cell mobile base stations to LEO sat... 
