SpaceX Launches 22 Starlink Internet Satellites From California

SpaceX launched another set of its Starlink internet satellites from southern California on Saturday evening (Feb 22).

Falcon 9 rocket carrying 22 Starlink spacecraft lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Station at 8:38 p.m. EST (5:38 p.m. local time or 0138 GMT Feb. 23).

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As to plan, the Falcon 9's first stage came back to Earth about eight minutes after liftoff. It touched down on the drone ship "Of Course I Still Love You," which was stationed in the Pacific Ocean.

It was the 11th launch and landing for this particular booster, and its 8th Starlink mission overall, according to a SpaceX mission description.

Beege Welborn

The entire enterprise is a marvel. Thank goodness it's OUR marvel.

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