SpaceX Confirms Deployment of 26 Starlink Satellites to Low-Earth Orbit From California
SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, successfully launched 26 Starlink satellites on July 16, 2025, from California’s Vandenberg base. The satellites were placed in low-Earth orbit to enhance global internet coverage to expand SpaceX’s satellite-based internet services.
Elon Musk-run SpaceX shared a post on July 16, 2025, on X (formerly Twitter), and confirmed the successful deployment of 26 Starlink satellites. The launch took place from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The satellites were placed into low-Earth orbit to further expand SpaceX’s Starlink network to provide global internet coverage. The launch took place around 7:28 AM IST and adds to the company’s efforts to improve satellite-based internet services. Amazon Kuiper Mission 2025: Elon Musk-Run SpaceX To Launch 24 Kuiper Satellites Into Orbit Aboard Falcon 9 Rocket From Florida Today.
SpaceX Deploys 26 Starlink Satellites From California
Deployment of 26 @Starlink satellites confirmed pic.twitter.com/I68Pa2PTIh
— SpaceX (@SpaceX) July 16, 2025
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