Two Falcon 9 rockets lifted off from spaceports in Florida and California on Sunday afternoon, adding 56 more satellites to SpaceX’s Starlink broadband network.
The second of these two launches—originating from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California—propelled SpaceX’s Starlink program past a notable milestone. With the satellites added to the constellation Sunday, the company has delivered more than 10,000 mass-produced Starlink spacecraft to low-Earth orbit.
The exact figure stands at 10,006 satellites, according to a tabulation by Jonathan McDowell, an astrophysicist who expertly tracks comings and goings between Earth and space. This number includes dozens of Starlink demo satellites, but not the dummy spacecraft carried on SpaceX’s recent Starship test flights.
Congratulations to SpaceX on this impressive milestone! Launching the 10,000th Starlink satellite is a remarkable achievement and shows their commitment to expanding global internet access. It’s exciting to see the advancements in space technology!
a remarkable achievement! It’s interesting to think about how this expanded satellite network could enhance global internet access, especially in underserved areas. Exciting times ahead for connectivity!
Absolutely, it really is a milestone! The expanded satellite network could significantly enhance global internet access, especially in remote areas. It’ll be fascinating to see how this impacts education and telemedicine in underserved communities.
You’re right, it’s a huge milestone! With so many satellites in orbit, it will be interesting to see how this impacts global internet access, especially in remote areas. The potential for bridging the digital divide is truly exciting!