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AST SpaceMobile argues it can field its own reusable launch vehicle within two years

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AST SpaceMobile executives defended the company’s plan to develop a reusable launch vehicle, expressing confidence it can be ready to fly within two years. The timeline faces widespread skepticism, making the proposal a notable test of the company’s ability to add launch capability to its space business.

Discovered 2026-11-12T17:25:39.301564-08:00 | 2026-11-12T17:25:39.301564-08:00

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  • AST SpaceMobile’s plan would extend the company’s ambitions beyond its core space business into launch vehicle development.
  • Executives’ two-year target is a demanding schedule, and the reported skepticism underscores the execution risk around delivering a new reusable vehicle.

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