BlueBird 6, the first Block 2 satellite, launches on India's LVM3

AST SpaceMobile/BlueBird constellation

AST SpaceMobile launched BlueBird 6 on December 23 aboard India's LVM3 rocket, marking the debut of its larger Block 2 satellite design. Block 2 carries significantly more capacity than the first generation, advancing the company's direct-to-cell service rollout.

• Launch: December 23, 2025, 10:25 p.m. EST from Satish Dhawan Space Center.
• LVM3 is a three-stage heavy-lift rocket operated by ISRO.
• Block 2 satellites represent the next generation, with increased communications capacity.
• Launch follows successful Block 1 demonstrations, enabling expanded service coverage.