What's Ahead in Aerospace: Boeing to build fourth spacecraft for XM Satellite Radio

FOURTH SATELLITE: XM Satellite Radio has asked the Boeing Co. to build its fourth telecommunications satellite despite problems with the first Boeing-built spacecraft. The 702-series satellite, designated XM-4, will be delivered in late 2005 for launch to XM's orbital slot at 115 degrees west...

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