SpaceX Set to Launch 21 Starlink Satellites into Low Earth Orbit

Cape Canaveral: So, SpaceX is gearing up for another launch! They’re sending 21 Starlink satellites into orbit on a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is set for Monday, with the window opening at 10:08 a.m. EST.

Out of the 21 satellites, 13 will have direct-to-cell capabilities, which is pretty cool. If they can’t launch on Monday, there’s a backup time on Tuesday at 9:32 a.m. EST.

This will be the 15th flight for the current first stage booster, which has already done eight other Starlink missions. After launching, it’ll land on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean.

If you’re in the area, the Kennedy Space Center is opening the Banana Creek viewing area for folks to watch the launch. It’s about 6.2 miles away, and you can get there by bus on a first-come, first-served basis.

SpaceX is building this Starlink satellite constellation to provide internet service worldwide, even in remote areas. It’s all about connecting people, no matter where they are!