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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 26 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
- SpaceX is set to launch 26 Starlink satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB.
- The launch, known as the Starlink 15-7 mission, will add to the existing Starlink constellation of nearly 8,000 satellites.
- The Falcon 9 first stage booster being used has the tail number B1088 and will attempt its eighth flight.
- The booster will target a landing on the droneship after liftoff, potentially marking the 139th touchdown on this vessel.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 27 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is set to launch 27 Starlink V2 Mini satellites, known as Starlink 10-34 mission, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on a Falcon 9 rocket.
- The launch is scheduled for 12:26 a.m. EDT with a four-hour window, depending on weather conditions.
- The first stage booster B1092, which has flown four previous missions, will attempt a fifth landing on the droneship 'A Shortfall of Gravitas.'
- The 45th Weather Squadron forecasts a 60 percent chance of favorable weather at the launch window, improving towards the end of Saturday morning launch opportunities.
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SpaceX’s Starbase city officials silent on crane collapse
- A crane collapsed at SpaceX's South Texas rocket facility during cleanup efforts after a rocket explosion, but it is unclear if there were any injuries due to the limited footage available.
- The incident occurred at SpaceX's launch complex within the newly-formed city of Starbase, Texas, which is associated with the company and has faced criticism for lack of transparency regarding the collapse.
- Despite being financially supported by SpaceX, Starbase city officials, including SpaceX executives serving as mayor and commissioners, have not provided information or responded to inquiries about the crane collapse, testing their transparency policy.
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has initiated an investigation into the crane collapse at SpaceX's facility, amid concerns about worker safety and the company's past contentious relationship with safety regulators.
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Rocket Report: SpaceX’s dustup on the border; Northrop has a nozzle problem
- SpaceX is facing challenges with Starship Version 2, with unexpected hurdles delaying successful launches.
- Blue Origin's New Glenn program experienced production delays following a successful first launch in January.
- German space startup Isar Aerospace secures 150 million euros in funding to expand its satellite launch services, following a failed launch of its Spectrum rocket in March.
- The Rocket Report provides insights on rocket industry developments and upcoming launches, welcoming reader submissions for future issues.
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Jeff Bezos is reportedly courting Trump after public spat with Musk
- Jeff Bezos is reportedly trying to capitalize on the recent public feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk by engaging in discussions with Trump to secure more government contracts for his space company Blue Origin.
- Bezos has spoken with Trump and one of his executives, Dave Limp, has visited the White House to meet with Trump’s chief of staff. Bezos even invited Trump to his upcoming wedding in Venice, Italy.
- The interactions follow a spat between Musk and Trump on social media, where Musk claimed Trump is 'in the Epstein files' while Trump threatened to cut government subsidies and contracts for Musk’s companies.
- Bezos sees an opportunity for Blue Origin after Trump's decision to pull the nomination of Musk's preferred choice to lead NASA. Trump has expressed a desire to see a crewed mission to the moon during his term, aligning with Blue Origin's plans for missions to the Moon.
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Mexico’s president threatens to sue over SpaceX debris from rocket explosions
- Mexico’s president threatens legal action over falling debris and contamination from SpaceX's rocket launches near the border.
- SpaceX's Starship rocket explosion during a test at Musk's space project on the Texas coast has raised concerns.
- Mexican officials are reviewing the environmental impacts of the rocket launches, with an increased number approved by the FAA.
- This legal threat follows a previous lawsuit by Mexico against Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America' on Google Maps.
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SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX launched 27 Starlink satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on the Starlink 10-16 mission.
- The mission added 27 Version 2 Mini Optimized satellites to SpaceX's growing constellation of nearly 8,000 satellites in low Earth orbit.
- The Falcon 9 booster successfully landed on the droneship after liftoff, marking the 126th touchdown on the vessel and the 468th booster landing to date.
- The Dragon Grace spacecraft is en route to the International Space Station with docking expected on June 26, carrying former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson and her crew mates on Axiom Mission 4.
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SpaceX launches Ax-4 mission to the ISS with international crew
- SpaceX launched the Falcon 9 rocket for Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission to the ISS with an international crew.
- The Ax-4 crew is set to dock with the ISS on June 26, 2025, led by U.S. astronaut Peggy Whitson.
- Axiom coordinated the mission with SpaceX and NASA, supported by the European Space Agency and the astronauts' countries.
- The historic Ax-4 crew includes members from India, Poland, and Hungary, marking their countries' return to government-sponsored spaceflights.
- Shubhanshu Shukla from India is the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS since 1984.
- Axiom’s Ax-4 mission is SpaceX's 18th human spaceflight, launching a Crew Dragon capsule on a Falcon 9 rocket.
- The mission faced delays due to weather, a Falcon 9 leak, and an ISS module leak, but launched successfully.
- During the 14-day stay at ISS, the Ax-4 crew will conduct nearly 60 experiments covering various scientific fields.
- The mission aims to inspire future space explorers and strengthen global space exploration efforts.
- SpaceX’s Ax-4 mission highlights Axiom’s role in advancing commercial spaceflight and fostering international partnerships.
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Commercial crew blasts off on privately-funded space station research mission
- Axiom Space launches fourth mission to International Space Station from Kennedy Space Center.
- Astronaut Peggy Whitson and crew of rookies from India, Poland, Hungary aboard SpaceX Crew Dragon.
- Crew aims to conduct research, technology demos, and educational events during two-week mission.
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Lesotho launches starlink amid US pressure and economic turmoil
- T-Connect Lesotho launched as a licensed reseller of Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service amidst economic pressure on Lesotho from the US.
- Mounting economic challenges in Lesotho stem from major US funding cuts to USAID and Pepfar, along with a 50% tariff imposed by the US, leading to job losses and economic difficulties.
- Prime Minister Samuel Matekane's government granted a 10-year operating license to Starlink Lesotho, a subsidiary of SpaceX, despite local opposition, which is seen as an appeasement of the US.
- Starlink officially announced its high-speed internet availability in Lesotho through a statement on X, a social media platform owned by Musk.
- T-Connect Lesotho CEO projects the creation of 10,000 direct and 50,000 indirect jobs with the collaboration of Development Bank of Southern Africa, focusing on AI-powered data centers using Starlink technology.
- The Lesotho data center, to be built in the mountains, is expected to be unique and one of only four in the world powered by Starlink.
- Community internet hotspots powered by Starlink, with unlimited data access for a low cost, are planned to be deployed across all ten districts in Lesotho.
- T-Connect leverages the experience of its chairperson Nolo Letele, known for expanding MultiChoice and DStv across Africa, to ensure coverage expansion in Lesotho.
- Starlink installations in remote schools in Lesotho aim to provide internet access to previously unreachable areas.
- DBSA sponsors the project in Southern Africa and supports Starlink expansion in multiple countries.
- Lesotho officials see Starlink as a solution to unstable connectivity in both rural and urban areas and a means to reduce service costs in the country.
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Starlink Cellular’s T-Mobile service to grow with third-party app data
- Starlink Cellular’s T-Mobile service to expand with third-party app data support starting in October, improving connectivity in dead zones.
- T-Mobile’s T-Satellite, backed by Starlink, launches on July 23, enabling data access for apps like WhatsApp, Google, and Apple on October 1, 2025.
- T-Mobile’s Starlink Cellular, currently in beta, will introduce MMS support for Android on July 23, extending to iPhone later.
- Emergency texting will be available to all with compatible phones by October.
- Developer tools will aid app integration with T-Satellite's data service.
- T-Mobile's achievements were highlighted at an event, showcasing significant network improvements.
- T-Mobile is offering promotions to attract new Starlink Cellular subscribers, including free DashPass memberships and phone upgrades for Verizon customers.
- The collaboration with SpaceX's Starlink aims to enhance connectivity in remote areas where traditional networks struggle.
- T-Mobile's emphasis on third-party app support demonstrates its commitment to delivering enhanced user experiences through innovative partnerships.
- By combining satellite technology with promotions and app integrations, T-Mobile is at the forefront of redefining mobile connectivity.
- The upcoming third-party app data support and T-Satellite launch indicate a move towards seamless communication, solidifying T-Mobile’s position in the wireless market.
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Starlink expansion into Vietnam targets the healthcare sector
- SpaceX’s Starlink is expanding into Vietnam to focus on the healthcare sector, aiming to drive digital transformation.
- A SpaceX delegation, led by Andrew Matlock, Director of Enterprise Sales, met with Vietnam’s Ministry of Health in Hanoi on June 18.
- Discussions centered on enhancing connectivity for hospitals and clinics in remote Vietnamese areas.
- Deputy Minister of Health Tran Van Thuan emphasized collaboration between SpaceX and Vietnam.
- The Ministry assigned its Department of Science, Technology, and Training to work with SpaceX in improving internet connectivity for remote healthcare facilities.
- Starlink Vietnam will receive support from Vietnam’s Department of International Cooperation and aims to enhance healthcare infrastructure and operational systems.
- Vietnam’s health sector is prioritizing IT and digital transformation, with challenges in deploying IT solutions in remote regions.
- SpaceX’s Starlink has a successful track record in supporting healthcare, seen in Rwanda and the UAE's Emirati field hospital in Gaza.
- SpaceX plans to invest $1.5 billion in Vietnam to provide broadband internet, initially focusing on remote areas.
- The collaboration aligns with Vietnam’s digital transformation goals, leveraging Starlink's expertise to improve healthcare services.
- Starlink's expansion could redefine Vietnam's healthcare infrastructure, boosting advanced services in underserved regions.
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Satellite Internet From Amazon: What's Going On, and What Are the Project's Prospects?
- Project Kuiper is Amazon's initiative for a global satellite internet network, competing with Elon Musk's Starlink.
- Delays in launching Project Kuiper satellites have impacted its schedule, with a comparison to Starlink's pace.
- Amazon plans to manage a network of 3,236 devices and has signed contracts for multiple space launches.
- The Kuiper project includes various terminals, offering speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps.
- Amazon emphasizes affordability and scalability for hard-to-reach regions with varying pricing strategies.
- Significant investments and logistics infrastructure aim to streamline terminal production and delivery.
- Projected launches and agreements with SpaceX indicate Amazon's commitment despite challenges and internal issues.
- Competition from Starlink and China's Qianfan project poses challenges, highlighting the evolving satellite internet landscape.
- Spacecoin, a decentralized competitor, enters the arena with low-cost orbital internet plans, reflecting a new trend in the industry.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Falcon 9 rocket on Transporter-14 smallsat rideshare mission
- SpaceX is gearing up for its Transporter-14 mission, launching 70 payloads from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
- The Falcon 9 rocket will carry customer payloads into a Sun-synchronous orbit at 2:18 p.m. PDT.
- Exolaunch is managing 45 of the 70 payloads on this mission from various international customers.
- Space Forge's ForgeStar-1 payload and constellr's SkyBee-2 satellite are among the payloads integrated for launch.
- Exolaunch's EXOpod and other deployment mechanisms have been crucial for CubeSat deployment on 29 missions.
- SpaceX and Exolaunch have extended their contract through 2028 for access to future rideshare missions.
- The 'Cake Topper' position for small-to-medium-class spacecraft offers a dedicated launch solution by SpaceX.
- Mission Possible capsule by The Exploration Company will be the last payload deployed on this mission for testing critical phases.
- The capsule aims to demonstrate controlled reentry following various mission phases, using innovative technology.
- TEC's methodology includes using commercial components and minimal redundancy to optimize cost and development speed.
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SpaceX launches Starlink 10-23 following Sunday morning scrub
- SpaceX successfully launched its 260th orbital flight, Starlink 10-23, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, adding 27 Starlink V2 Mini satellites to its constellation.
- The launch occurred in the predawn hours of Monday, June 23, after a delay due to a poor signal from the flight termination system on the Falcon 9 rocket.
- The first stage booster, B1069, completed its 25th flight and successfully landed on the droneship 'A Shortfall of Gravitas,' marking the 114th touchdown for the vessel and the 465th booster landing for SpaceX.
- SpaceX has conducted 57 Starlink launches this year as part of its plan to launch 170 Falcon rockets by the end of 2025.
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