Starry Milestone: SpaceX Sends 10,000th Starlink Satellite Into Orbit

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SpaceX is set to launch its 10,000th Starlink satellite today, marking a historic milestone in global satellite internet deployment. The launch, scheduled from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base, will carry 28 satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, further expanding the world’s largest low-Earth orbit broadband constellation.

SpceX to Launch 10,000th Starlink Satellite, Cementing Its Lead in Global Internet Racea

SpaceX is poised to make history today, October 20, 2025, with the launch of its 10,000th Starlink satellite, a landmark achievement in the company’s ambitious mission to provide high-speed internet access across the globe. The launch will take place from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, using the company’s workhorse Falcon 9 rocket.

Key Highlights of the Historic Launch:

Launch Details

The mission, part of the Starlink 10-17 batch, includes 28 satellites.

Liftoff is scheduled during a four-hour window starting at 2:24 a.m. EDT (11:54 a.m. IST).

The launch will be streamed live on SpaceX’s official website and YouTube channel.

10,000 Satellites and Counting

With this launch, SpaceX will have deployed over 10,000 Starlink satellites since the program began in 2019.

The milestone underscores SpaceX’s dominance in the low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet sector.

Global Connectivity Goals

Starlink aims to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet to underserved and remote regions worldwide.

The service is already operational in over 60 countries, with millions of users.

Technical and Commercial Impact

The Starlink constellation supports applications ranging from rural broadband to disaster response and military communications.

SpaceX’s satellite internet division is expected to generate billions in annual revenue, helping fund future missions like Starship and Mars colonization.

Reusability and Sustainability

The Falcon 9 booster used in this mission is flight-proven, showcasing SpaceX’s commitment to reusable launch technology.

SpaceX continues to work on de-orbiting older satellites to manage space debris and maintain orbital sustainability.

What’s Next

SpaceX plans to scale the constellation to over 42,000 satellites in the coming years.

The company is also testing laser inter-satellite links to improve global coverage and reduce latency.

This launch not only marks a technological milestone but also reinforces SpaceX’s role as a pioneer in commercial space and global connectivity.

Sources: Space.com

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