SpaceX's Falcon 9 Sets New Record on Cosmonautics Day with 20th Flight
April 13, 2024
SpaceX celebrated Cosmonautics Day with a historic achievement, launching the Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites.
The Falcon 9's first stage booster completed its 20th flight, a new record for rocket reusability.
The booster's impressive track record includes missions such as GPS III Space Vehicle 04, Inspiration4, and 12 Starlink missions.
After the launch, the booster successfully landed on the droneship 'A Shortfall of Gravitas' in the Atlantic Ocean.
SpaceX is seeking FCC approval to expand its Starlink 'Direct to Cell' service globally, targeting enhanced internet access in remote regions.
Concerns arise from the astronomy community and other experts regarding the potential issues of visual interference and space debris.
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