SpaceX Launches 22 More Starlink Satellites
Date: 2023-10-29 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: TECHNOLOGY
In a remarkable feat of technology and innovation, SpaceX, led by entrepreneur Elon Musk, has launched 22 new Starlink satellites into orbit. The Falcon 9 rocket, carrying these satellites, took off from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. Following the launch, the first stage of the Falcon 9 returned safely to Earth, landing on the autonomous drone ship known as "Of Course I Still Love You" in the Pacific Ocean. Approximately 45 minutes after liftoff, the satellites were deployed in space.
This launch marks a significant milestone for SpaceX, as nearly 60% of the company's missions this year have been dedicated to expanding its Starlink project. Starlink aims to create a vast constellation of satellites that provide internet access to remote and underserved areas worldwide. As of today, the Starlink constellation consists of nearly 4,900 satellites, with plans for further expansion.
In addition to this recent launch, SpaceX is scheduled to deploy another batch of 23 Starlink satellites from the 40th Space Launch Complex at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This ongoing effort demonstrates SpaceX's commitment to making high-speed internet access more accessible to people across the globe.
This launch marks a significant milestone for SpaceX, as nearly 60% of the company's missions this year have been dedicated to expanding its Starlink project. Starlink aims to create a vast constellation of satellites that provide internet access to remote and underserved areas worldwide. As of today, the Starlink constellation consists of nearly 4,900 satellites, with plans for further expansion.
In addition to this recent launch, SpaceX is scheduled to deploy another batch of 23 Starlink satellites from the 40th Space Launch Complex at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This ongoing effort demonstrates SpaceX's commitment to making high-speed internet access more accessible to people across the globe.
