SpaceX Sets September Launch Record, Deploys 28 Starlink Satellites
SpaceX successfully deployed 28 Starlink satellites into orbit on September 25, 2023. The launch marked the company's 16th orbital mission in September, tying its record for most launches in a month. Notably, the first stage booster used, B1063, completed its 28th flight, demonstrating SpaceX's commitment to reusability.
The booster successfully landed on the droneship 'Of Course I Still Love You', marking the vessel's 154th recovery and SpaceX's 513th overall booster landing. This launch also celebrated SpaceX's 300th Starlink mission, highlighting the company's significant strides in satellite internet connectivity.
Starlink's user base continues to grow, now surpassing seven million users across 150 countries and territories. SpaceX has applied for FCC approval to deploy up to 15,000 next-generation Starlink Direct to Cell satellites, further expanding its global reach. With 124 Falcon 9 launches completed in 2023, SpaceX shows no signs of slowing down its pace of innovation and space exploration.
The successful deployment of 28 Starlink satellites on September 25, 2023, underscores SpaceX's dominance in the small satellite launch market. With record-breaking launches, reusable boosters, and expanding user bases, SpaceX continues to shape the future of space technology and global internet connectivity.
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