skyfi_predict_satellite_passes

Predict satellite passes and optimal capture windows for a specific area

Server SkyFi MCP Server pskinnertech/skyfi-mcp-server
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What skyfi_predict_satellite_passes does on SkyFi MCP Server

AI agents call skyfi_predict_satellite_passes to retrieve information from SkyFi MCP Server without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why skyfi_predict_satellite_passes needs a policy

This tool retrieves or calculates predictive information about satellite availability for a given geographic area. It has no side effects—it does not place orders, execute commands, modify data, or trigger external operations. The operation is purely informational and read-only in nature. Low severity because misuse would only return inaccurate pass prediction data with no irreversible consequences.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'skyfi_predict_satellite_passes' and description 'Predict satellite passes and optimal capture windows for a specific area' indicate a query/retrieval operation that computes and returns predictive data about satellite orbital mechanics.

Questions about skyfi_predict_satellite_passes

What does the skyfi_predict_satellite_passes tool do? +

Predict satellite passes and optimal capture windows for a specific area. It is categorised as a Read tool in the SkyFi MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on skyfi_predict_satellite_passes? +

Register the SkyFi MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for skyfi_predict_satellite_passes: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches SkyFi MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is skyfi_predict_satellite_passes? +

skyfi_predict_satellite_passes is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit skyfi_predict_satellite_passes? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the skyfi_predict_satellite_passes rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block skyfi_predict_satellite_passes completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for skyfi_predict_satellite_passes. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides skyfi_predict_satellite_passes? +

skyfi_predict_satellite_passes is provided by the SkyFi MCP Server MCP server (pskinnertech/skyfi-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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