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SpaceX Set to Launch 28 Starlink Satellites September 28

9/30/2025

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SpaceX Launches Satellites

SpaceX will launch 28 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on September 28, 2025.
The four-hour window opens at 4:32 p.m. PT.
The booster’s 28th flight comes amid over 120 Falcon 9 launches this year for Starlink.
Visibility is expected across Southern California; daylight may hinder views, and a webcast begins five minutes before liftoff on SpaceX's website.

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History

Historical Context

NASA's Apollo 11 mission achieved the first Moon landing in 1969, symbolizing a significant milestone in the Space Race. This success catalyzed advancements in aerospace technology and inspired private companies like SpaceX. As SpaceX plans over 120 Falcon 9 launches for 2025, it faces regulatory challenges from the California Coastal Commission, reflecting ongoing tensions between innovation and environmental protection.

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SpaceX Launches Satellites

SpaceX will launch 28 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, on September 28, 2025.
The four-hour window opens at 4:32 p.m. PT.
The booster’s 28th flight comes amid over 120 Falcon 9 launches this year for Starlink.
Visibility is expected across Southern California; daylight may hinder views, and a webcast begins five minutes before liftoff on SpaceX's website.

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