Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded Fast Tracking Ground Station Antenna System Contract from NASA Glenn Research Center

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On February 24, 2021, Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced a contract award from NASA's Glenn Research Center for a Ka/S-band antenna system and radome, supporting advanced space communications research. The project highlights Comtech's innovation in ground system solutions, particularly their advanced multi-band full-motion X/Y antenna system. With over 40 years of experience in high-reliability microelectronics, Comtech's Mission-Critical Technologies group continues to support vital communications for space exploration and aeronautics.

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• Awarded contract from NASA for Ka/S-band antenna system, enhancing government sector business.
• Demonstrates Comtech's capability in advanced ground system solutions, potentially leading to future contracts.

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February 24, 2021--Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today, that during its second quarter of fiscal year 2021, its Mission-Critical Technologies group’s Space & Component Technology Division, which is part of Comtech’s Government Solutions segment, was awarded a contract from NASA’s Glenn Research Center for a Ka/S-band antenna system and radome to be installed at its new Aerospace Communications Facility in Cleveland, OH, supporting high bandwidth space and aeronautics communications research.

"This competitive award of our advanced multi-band full-motion X/Y antenna system is a testament to our cutting-edge ground system solutions meeting our customers’ most challenging requirements," said Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Comtech Telecommunications Corp. “We are proud to support NASA Glenn Research and NASA’s space exploration and aeronautics missions.”

For over 40 years, Comtech’s Space & Component Technology (“SCT”) division, located in Cypress, California, has specialized in the supply of high reliability microelectronics, supplying EEE parts for use in satellite, launch vehicle and manned space applications. Combining longstanding resources in Cypress, with new locations in Plano, Texas and Hampshire, United Kingdom, SCT also provides services encompassing all aspects of ground station life cycle management to include requirements definition and analysis, design, development and integration of turnkey systems from antenna to data processing, civil works and construction, station installation and verification, operations and maintenance, and decommissioning at end of life. A full line of satellite tracking antennas from 30cm to 13m, as well as RF feeds, radomes and carbon fiber reflectors, all for LEO, MEO and GEO orbits, are also supplied to customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.comtechspace.com.

The Mission-Critical Technologies group is focused on ensuring its customers are able to successfully carry out their mission, whether that be communicating in an austere environment on land or at sea, launching or tracking a satellite, or protecting the cyber security posture of their network.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. designs, develops, produces, and markets innovative products, systems and services for advanced communications solutions. The Company sells products to a diverse customer base in the global commercial and government communications markets.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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FAQ

What contract did Comtech Telecommunications Corp. receive from NASA?

Comtech was awarded a contract for a Ka/S-band antenna system and radome for NASA's Glenn Research Center.

What is the significance of the contract awarded to CMTL by NASA?

The contract supports high bandwidth space and aeronautics communications research, showcasing Comtech's innovative capabilities.

When was the contract with NASA awarded to Comtech Telecommunications?

The contract was announced on February 24, 2021.

How does the contract affect Comtech Telecommunications' business?

The contract represents a significant opportunity in the government sector, enhancing Comtech's reputation and potential for future projects.