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SpaceX successfully launched the SXM-9 satellite for SiriusXM using a Falcon 9 rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The satellite, built by Maxar Technologies, was placed into geostationary transfer orbit. The Falcon 9's first stage booster, marking its 19th flight, landed on the droneship 'Just Read the Instructions.' This launch follows the SXM-8 satellite and is part of SiriusXM's ongoing satellite fleet expansion.
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket achieved a record-breaking 24th flight, launching 24 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral. The rocket's first stage successfully landed on the drone ship "A Shortfall of Gravitas" in the Atlantic Ocean, marking its 24th landing. This mission highlights SpaceX's continued success in rocket reuse, with over 400 Falcon 9 missions and 377 first stage landings to date. Starlink, the largest satellite constellation, now has over 6,750 operational satellites.
SpaceX is set to launch the Optus-X satellite for Australian telecom company Optus from Florida's Kennedy Space Center today, using a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch window opens at 4:29 p.m. EST, and the first stage of the rocket is expected to land on the droneship "A Shortfall of Gravitas" in the Atlantic Ocean. This mission marks the 16th launch for this particular booster, which has primarily been used for deploying Starlink satellites. The Optus-X satellite will be delivered to geosynchronous transfer orbit.
SpaceX successfully launched its third mission of the week from Cape Canaveral, Florida, sending 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 8:21 a.m. after some delays, marking the 18th flight for the first-stage booster, which has previously supported nine other Starlink missions. The booster landed successfully on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
Rocket Lab, a competitor to SpaceX, reported a Q3 revenue increase of 55% to $105 million, surpassing expectations, despite a widened loss of 10 cents per share. The company's stock surged 22% after hours, contributing to a 165% rise this year. Rocket Lab's backlog reached $1.05 billion, and it announced a new launch service agreement for its Neutron rocket, aiming for a debut in 2025. The company anticipates a growing satellite launch market, projecting a $10 billion value by 2030.
SpaceX has launched six satellites designed to provide direct-to-cell service, effectively acting as cell towers in space to reduce dead zones. The service, which will initially offer text messaging coverage, is a collaboration with T-Mobile and will be field-tested soon. Other international carriers are also set to utilize the technology, offering global access. While the service will not compete with terrestrial cellular networks in terms of speed, it promises connectivity in remote areas. Voice and data services are expected to be added next year, with future launches planned using SpaceX's reusable Starship rocket.
SpaceX is set to launch the Ovzon-3 satellite aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, marking the first orbital launch of the year at Cape Canaveral and the first privately-funded Swedish satellite to be sent to geostationary orbit. The mission follows a SpaceX launch of Starlink satellites and is part of a busy year for the company, which aims for 144 launches in 2024. The Ovzon-3 satellite is designed for critical missions, featuring jam-resistant technology and steerable spot beams, catering primarily to defense and emergency services. Despite delays and a pandemic, the satellite is ready for launch, with strong financial backing and high expectations for its performance and capabilities.
SpaceX is set to launch the Ovzon 3 satellite, Sweden's first privately funded geostationary broadband-internet satellite, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station shortly after sunset on Wednesday. The launch window is between 6:04 to 6:14 p.m., with a 90% chance of favorable weather. The satellite will enhance Ovzon's SATCOM-as-a-Service offerings and is expected to be fully operational by mid-2024 after transitioning to its geostationary orbit using electric propulsion over three to four months post-launch. Live coverage will be available at floridatoday.com/space.