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HawkEye 360 Pathfinder Satellite Model at Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

HawkEye 360, Inc., recognized as a leader in signals intelligence data and analytics, has proudly announced that a model of its groundbreaking Pathfinder satellite is now displayed at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum, specifically in the newly inaugurated RTX Living in the Space Age Hall. This exhibit serves not only to spotlight the remarkable Pathfinder satellite but also to illustrate its historic significance as the first satellite capable of locating and recording an extensive array of radio signals.

The exhibit named "RTX Living in the Space Age" delves into the technologies and infrastructures in space that significantly enhance everyday life. It presents a thorough examination of systems developed for Earth observation, communication, and navigation. Notably, within the gallery that discusses signals intelligence from space, HawkEye 360’s Pathfinder model exemplifies the rise and impact of cutting-edge defense technology innovation.

Originally launched in December 2018, the Pathfinder operated in a trio of satellites positioned about 500 kilometers above the Earth. Its pioneering mission introduced a fresh perspective on space-based insights and validated the concept of geolocating and characterizing radio frequency activity as a service. This groundbreaking endeavor laid the groundwork for HawkEye 360's operational constellation, which has impressively expanded to encompass more than thirty satellites, delivering comprehensive global awareness.

The Pathfinder cluster was initially intended for a two-year demonstration. However, it exceeded expectations by providing valuable data for over six years until its formal decommissioning at the end of 2024. This mission not only democratized access to space-based signals intelligence but also opened doors for a broader range of U.S. and international government users.

John Serafini, CEO of HawkEye 360, expressed the company's honor at having the Pathfinder highlighted in this significant exhibit. He remarked, "Pathfinder was the first mission to introduce a space-based signals intelligence service model. It validated that the industry could deliver reliable and relevant defense and national security insights on a global scale. This pioneering mission continues to inspire innovation across our constellation and strengthens our role in providing decision advantages for governments and partners around the world."

HawkEye 360 prides itself on being part of the narrative of innovation that has characterized space exploration over the last five decades. The company is dedicated to continuing this legacy and shaping the future landscape of space technology and intelligence.

About HawkEye 360

HawkEye 360 is on a mission to empower defense and intelligence leaders with essential signal intelligence, enhancing decision-making processes globally. Through the detection, geolocation, and characterization of radio frequency emissions worldwide, HawkEye 360 assures trusted domain awareness and offers early warning signals to the U.S. Government and its allies. By leveraging advanced space-based collection methods, proprietary signal processing, and AI-driven analytics, the company transforms knowledge of the radio frequency spectrum into a strategic advantage. HawkEye 360 has demonstrated operational success in its missions and continues to redefine how signal intelligence contributes to national and global security.