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SpaceX Launches 450th Falcon 9, Sets New Record

3/22/2025

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SpaceX made history on March 20 by launching its 450th Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, achieving a remarkable record for booster turnaround time. This mission bolstered the National Reconnaissance Office's satellite network, vital for U.S. intelligence, with plans for around a dozen more launches in 2025 to further enhance capabilities.

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SpaceX made history on March 20 by launching its 450th Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, achieving a remarkable record for booster turnaround time. This mission bolstered the National Reconnaissance Office's satellite network, vital for U.S. intelligence, with plans for around a dozen more launches in 2025 to further enhance capabilities.