SpaceX Launches 28 Starlink Satellites, Expanding Global Internet Access
On the night of July 29, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched 28 additional Starlink satellites into Earth’s orbit, further expanding its global internet coverage. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at precisely 11:37 p.m. EDT (0337 GMT on July 30). This mission is part of SpaceX’s ongoing efforts to enhance broadband internet access worldwide.
Successful Launch and Recovery
After a nine-minute ascent, the 28 satellites, designated as group 10-29, were deployed into their intended low Earth orbit. This launch represents the 26th flight of the Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage, known as B1069, which made a successful return to Earth, landing on the droneship “Just Read the Instructions,” stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
According to satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell, SpaceX has now placed over 8,050 active satellites in orbit, out of more than 9,300 launched since the inception of the Starlink program in 2018. This significant milestone underscores SpaceX’s commitment to building a vast megaconstellation that aims to provide high-speed internet service to underserved areas globally.
Future Launches and Ongoing Missions
The latest mission marks SpaceX’s 96th launch this year, with most of these missions carried out using the Falcon 9 rocket. The company has ambitious plans for the coming days, including another Starlink launch scheduled for July 30 from California and the highly anticipated launch of the Crew-11 astronauts to the International Space Station on July 31 from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
As SpaceX continues to innovate and expand its satellite network, the implications for global connectivity are profound. The growing number of satellites in orbit promises to bridge the digital divide for millions of users, making reliable internet access increasingly available in remote regions.
With each successful launch, SpaceX not only solidifies its position as a leader in the aerospace industry but also plays a crucial role in shaping the future of global communications.
