1、Commissioned by CTIASpectrum Allocation in the United StatesAn analysis of the current state of radio spectrum allocation across key stakeholders,the increasing need for licensed spectrum,and potential paths forward Executive Summary12345+Executive SummaryThis study explores the current state of rad

2、io spectrum(spectrum)allocation in the US and how additional licensed spectrum will enable wireless providers to continue expanding 5G connectivity and unlock 5G-enabled innovation.12xMore spectrum than is currently available to commercial wireless*7xMore spectrum than is currently available to comm

3、ercial wireless*Lower Mid-Band Spectrum Distribution(mid-2022 availability)Government Spectrum(3300 MHz)*Of the 450 MHz allocated to commercial wireless use,270 MHz are currently available,and an additional 180 MHz are assumed to be made available by the end of 2023 pending clearing of the second tr

4、anche of C-Band.For the purposes of the analysis contained in this report,Commercial Wireless Spectrum refers to flexible and/or cellular point to multipoint licenses.*With an additional 180 MHz of spectrum made available to commercial wireless,unlicensed and government users will have 4x and 7x mor

5、e spectrum than commercial wireless,respectively.Unlicensed Spectrum(1910 MHz)Commercial Wireless Spectrum(270 MHz)*5G brings new promises of greater capacity,lower latency and faster speeds.With 90%of all mobile subscriptions in North America forecasted to be using 5G networks by 2027,alongside the

6、 expected growth in industrial 5G connections,1the commercial wireless industry will need additional spectrum to bolster networks and ensure 5G connectivity reaches its full potential.In assessing the current state of spectrum allocation in the US,it becomes clear that several imbalances could hinde