On September 26, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink V2 Mini satellites from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.
The rocket lifted off at 9:26 p.m. PDT (12:26 a.m. EDT / 0426 UTC), marking SpaceX’s third Falcon 9 launch within roughly 41 hours. This rapid cadence reflects how fast SpaceX is moving to build out its Starlink broadband constellation.
First stage booster B1082 handled the mission, making its 16th flight. The deployment of the 24 satellites occurred just over an hour into the mission, placing them into their designated low Earth orbits for internet coverage enhancements.
This launch further strengthens Starlink’s presence in the sky, improving connectivity especially across regions that rely on satellite internet due to limited terrestrial infrastructure. Enhancing coverage, reducing latency, and increasing bandwidth are all part of the goal with each batch added.
As the Starlink constellation continues growing (now ~8,500+ active satellites in orbit), launches like Starlink 17-11 are paving the way toward more reliable global internet service, especially for remote, rural, or underserved communities.
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