SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites early Tuesday morning to expand its global internet network. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 12:43 a.m. EDT from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying 23 new satellites into space.
This latest mission added more satellites to SpaceX’s growing constellation that provides high-speed internet service around the world. Of the 23 satellites launched, 13 have special direct-to-cell technology, which means they can connect directly to regular cell phones without needing special equipment.
The satellites joined thousands of others already orbiting Earth in what’s called low-Earth orbit. Together, these satellites create a network that offers fast internet with very little delay to users across the globe.
The rocket’s first-stage booster successfully completed its 21st flight and landed safely on a ship called “Just Read the Instructions” in the Atlantic Ocean. SpaceX reuses these boosters to save money and make space launches more affordable.
This launch continues SpaceX’s regular schedule of adding more satellites to improve Starlink’s internet coverage worldwide.
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