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AST SpaceMobile wins temporary FCC authority to test satellite connectivity in the 800 MHz band

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AST SpaceMobile has received temporary authorization from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to test satellite connectivity using spectrum in the 800 MHz band. The approval advances the company’s effort to evaluate satellite-enabled communications in a regulated terrestrial-frequency range.

Discovered 2026-08-17T02:21:50.956582-07:00 | 2026-08-17T02:21:50.956582-07:00

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  • The temporary authority gives AST SpaceMobile a regulatory path to test satellite connectivity in the 800 MHz band.
  • Use of the band brings satellite communications into spectrum traditionally associated with terrestrial wireless services, making FCC authorization a key program milestone.
  • Test results could inform subsequent regulatory and commercial decisions around satellite-to-device connectivity.

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