Ligado Networks has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring and reached an agreement with AST SpaceMobile to grant access to its mid-band spectrum.
AST SpaceMobile
The first five commercial satellites, called BlueBirds, each featuring the largest ever commercial communications arrays will be deployed in low Earth orbit.
AST SpaceMobile plans to use terrestrial spectrum from mobile network partners to provide service.
This announcement follows Starlink's recent introduction of a kit rental option in the Kenyan market.
The Bluebird satellites have undergone rigorous testing to ensure they meet the demanding requirements of operations in space.
The companies have a spectrum lease agreement that allows AST SpaceMobile to use AT&T’s spectrum to offer satellite service directly to cell phones.
Vodafone and AT&T have also placed purchase orders for network equipment from AST SpaceMobile to support planned commercial service.
