White paper: 5G NTN takes flight: A deep dive into NR-NTN technology and testing aspects

This white paper provides insight into the technical foundations, standards evolution and test and measurement equipment needed to turn 5G NTN capabilities into reliable, scalable services.
Nov. 13, 2026

5G non-terrestrial networks (NTN) extend connectivity to remote regions, oceans and disaster zones through satellites and high-altitude platforms.

Introduced in 3GPP Release 17, NR-NTN continues to evolve with mobility, performance and multi-orbit enhancements, advancing toward unified terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks.

Our new white paper explores:

  • Transparent and regenerative payload architectures
  • Mobility and physical layer challenges in satellite links
  • Testing and measurement for NTN devices and networks
  • NTN’s role in future unified 6G networks

Discover the technology, testing challenges and developments shaping the future of 5G NTN.