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AST SpaceMobile Secures $30M Contract for Military Satellite Tests

2/23/2026

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AST SpaceMobile Inc (NASDAQ:ASTS) won a $30 million contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency for the Europa Track 2.
The deal uses AST's BlueBird constellation to demonstrate low-latency military satellite communications.
Tests are to conclude by December 2027.
AST SpaceMobile aims to integrate with existing military radios to enhance defense.
BlueBird-7 is planned, and ASTS shares are at $86.63, up 8.02%, with a Hold rating and a $59.83 target.

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AST SpaceMobile Inc (NASDAQ:ASTS) won a $30 million contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency for the Europa Track 2.
The deal uses AST's BlueBird constellation to demonstrate low-latency military satellite communications.
Tests are to conclude by December 2027.
AST SpaceMobile aims to integrate with existing military radios to enhance defense.
BlueBird-7 is planned, and ASTS shares are at $86.63, up 8.02%, with a Hold rating and a $59.83 target.