AST SpaceMobile has received Special Temporary Authority from the FCC to begin testing its BlueBird satellites, which aim to provide seamless space-based cellular broadband connectivity. The first-generation Block 1 satellites will cover a wide area with non-continuous broadband, while the second-generation Block 2 satellites are expected to offer much higher capacity and faster speeds. The company has support from major telecommunications and tech companies and agreements with many global mobile operators that potentially encompass billions of subscribers. The progress continues as the company tests its satellites following prior developments and partnerships.
AST SpaceMobile's approval from the FCC allows testing of its BlueBird satellites for space-based cellular connectivity without device modifications.
Vikram Raval expressed that the FCC's regulatory approvals signify a crucial milestone for AST SpaceMobile in achieving seamless broadband connectivity.
The first generation of BlueBirds aims for broad coverage, while the second generation promises significantly enhanced bandwidth capacity and data speeds.
With major investments from tech and telecom giants, AST SpaceMobile has formed partnerships affecting 2.8 billion subscribers globally.
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