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The latest incident comes as Boeing awaits the results of vote by striking workers and is expected to report a big loss in results for its third quarter. ADVERTISEMENT Beleaguered Boeing is facing another dent in its reputation following the breaking up in orbit of a communications satellite it designed and built. Satellite operator Intelsat confirmed the “total loss” of …

A communications satellite designed and built by embattled aerospace giant Boeing has broken up in orbit. The satellite’s operator, Intelsat, has confirmed the “total loss” of iS-33e, which has affected customers in Europe, Africa and parts of the Asia-Pacific region. Intelsat also says it has taken steps to complete “a comprehensive analysis” of the incident. Boeing has been facing crises …