SpaceX Launches 21 Starlink Satellites into Low Earth Orbit

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SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket, carrying 21 Starlink internet satellites into low Earth orbit. The launch took place from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California early on Saturday. This marks the first part of a two-stage mission.

Details of the Launch

The mission commenced at 4:23 a.m. with the Falcon 9 rocket lifting off. The first-stage booster fell back to Earth, landing safely on a platform in the Pacific around 8 minutes post-launch.

Second Stage of the Mission

The second part of the mission involves another Falcon 9 rocket. This rocket, loaded with 23 additional Starlink satellites, is slated to lift off at 10:17 p.m. Saturday ET from Florida’s Cape Canaveral.

Backup Opportunities for Second Launch

Mission Control has assured that there are five backup opportunities for an alternate liftoff. This contingency plan is in place should any problems arise ahead of the second launch.