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SpaceX Set to Launch New Starlink Satellites, Including Game-Changing Direct-to-Cell Technology!

2025-05-20

Author: Sarah

SpaceX Gears Up for Exciting Starlink Launch

Hold onto your seats! SpaceX is on the brink of launching another fleet of Starlink internet satellites, and this batch is nothing short of groundbreaking. Scheduled to blast off on a Falcon 9 rocket, this mission features 20 satellites, with an impressive 13 equipped with the innovative Direct to Cell capabilities.

Launch Details You Can't Miss

Catch this thrilling launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) on Tuesday night at precisely 11:18 p.m. EDT. But don’t be late! The launch window stays open only until 11:26 p.m. EDT, and you can tune in live starting just five minutes before liftoff.

A First for Falcon 9 Booster!

This launch marks the inaugural flight for the Falcon 9 first stage booster designated for this mission, which is set to make an impressive return to the Atlantic Ocean roughly eight minutes after liftoff.

A Delay That Only Built Anticipation

Originally, this launch was slated for Monday night, but an unexpected auto abort caused the countdown to end just moments before launch. SpaceX quickly assured fans that the vehicle and payload remained in excellent condition and planned for a launch attempt no sooner than the following day.

Starlink Expands Globally!

In exciting news from abroad, Starlink also extended its reach to Bangladesh on the same date! Launching with two residential packages, this service revolutionizes internet access with zero data caps or speed limitations, particularly beneficial for those in remote locations.

A Premium Internet Solution for All

While the service may come at a premium price, it offers a sustainable and high-quality internet alternative that many have been eagerly awaiting. As Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, shared on Facebook, this move is a monumental leap toward providing essential, high-speed internet connections.

Stay tuned as we watch how this new chapter unfolds for global connectivity!