SpaceX Marks 20th Falcon 9 Landing with Dual Satellite Launch Success

May 3, 2024
SpaceX Marks 20th Falcon 9 Landing with Dual Satellite Launch Success
  • SpaceX successfully launched the Maxar 1 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base, marking the Falcon 9's 20th launch and landing.

  • The mission deployed two WorldView Legion satellites, enhancing high-resolution imaging capabilities for intelligence, defense, and commercial use.

  • The launch is a significant step for the Maxar 500 series, increasing Earth revisiting capacity to up to 15 times daily.

  • SpaceX also carried out a launch of 23 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit, with the booster completing its 19th flight.

  • SpaceX's satellite internet service has expanded to Uruguay, with plans for another 23 Starlink satellites to be launched shortly.

  • In 2024, SpaceX has launched 656 Starlink satellites across over 29 flights, contributing to a total of 5,896 satellites in orbit.

  • Space Florida is planning a $2.1 billion expansion to support growing space-industry recovery operations.

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