That's because launches from California typically sail into a polar orbit, allowing satellites to orbit the poles. It will also add to SpaceX's efforts of providing coverage to users in higher latitudes. If successful, Saturday's flight will bring the total number of Starlink satellites launched to 1,944. While providing those with little-to-no connectivity with means to access the internet, SpaceX is hoping it can generate revenue to help fund its deep-space ambitions. This will increase efficiency and reduce the constellation's reliance on ground stations down here on Earth.Ĭompany officials have said that the Starlink program was created with an overarching goal of providing high-speed internet access to users around the world, especially those in rural and remote areas. Saturday's flight continues SpaceX's effort to launch its newly upgraded Starlink internet satellites the company recently provided its satellites with the ability to communicate with each other via laser links.
If all goes as planned, the company could launch a grand total of 30 Falcon 9 rockets this year, as there are two more launches on the calendar, which will blast off from Florida. (That record was previously set in 2020, with SpaceX launching 26 Falcon 9 rockets.) Saturday's flight is the 28th Falcon 9 mission for SpaceX so far in 2021, setting a new company record for the most number of rocket launches in a year. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, on Sept.
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