The US Federal Communications Commission has officially accepted SpaceX's application to acquire 800 MHz spectrum licenses from Grain Management. The deal is currently undergoing public review and regulatory scrutiny.
SpaceX intends to acquire 546 paired spectrum licenses through its subsidiary, Starlink Spectrum Holdings. These licenses cover all 50 US states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, potentially reaching nearly the entire US population.
The company aims to integrate these low-frequency assets into its Starlink Mobile service. Low-frequency signals offer superior range and building penetration compared to higher bands, which will complement the existing satellite network infrastructure.
The regulatory process is ongoing, with deadlines for public comments set for December 1 and opposition filings for December 8. SpaceX still requires final approval for both the acquisition and the specific use of these frequencies for supplemental satellite coverage.
