Free to Air (FTA) channels are digital channels that are not encrypted by the service provider and require no subscription or monthly payment. They are provided free of charge by the provider and are perfectly legal to receive with a FTA receiver.


Where can I find out what channels are available free to air?

UPDATE --- Bell may offer FTA channels!

There are many free to air channels available in North America on satellites such as Galaxy 18 (ABC, FOX, MyNet), AMC 4 (The Weather Channel, The Biography Channel), AMC 5, Galaxy 28 (ABC News), Echostar 7 (NASA TV), AMC 5 (PBS), Galaxy 27 (classic movies on White Springs TV Network) etc.
These channels are from Canada, the USA and other countries.
See http://ftalist.com/english.htm or http://www.lyngsat.com/america.shtml for a complete listing of what is available.  


Are there any Dish Network or DirecTV channels that are FTA?

Almost all of the channels provided by these companies are not FTA. These channels are encrypted and require an authorized receiver and monthly subscription. A few FTA channels are available on Dish Network such as the music channels on http://www.lyngsat.com/echo7.shtml



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