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SpaceX Launches 28 Starlink Satellites, Boosts Global Internet

9/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

SpaceX launched 28 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on September 3, 2025, at 7:56 a.m. EDT.
This was the 14th flight of Falcon 9 booster B1083, which successfully landed on the droneship "A Shortfall of Gravitas."
The launch supports SpaceX's objective to enhance global internet coverage, following a previous mission that deployed 24 satellites.

History

Historical Context

The launch of Iridium 1 in 1998 marked a pivotal moment in satellite communications, as Iridium LLC deployed 66 satellites for global mobile service. This innovation laid the groundwork for future satellite networks. SpaceX's recent deployment of 28 Starlink satellites builds on this legacy, highlighting the growing importance of satellite technology in enhancing global connectivity and driving economic growth.

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Story summary

SpaceX launched 28 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on September 3, 2025, at 7:56 a.m. EDT.
This was the 14th flight of Falcon 9 booster B1083, which successfully landed on the droneship "A Shortfall of Gravitas."
The launch supports SpaceX's objective to enhance global internet coverage, following a previous mission that deployed 24 satellites.

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