SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Illuminates California Skies with Starlink Satellites

The reusable rocket deployed 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit, sparking awe and speculation across the region.

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launched 23 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base early Friday morning.
The launch marked the 23rd flight for the Falcon 9's first-stage booster, which successfully returned to Earth on a drone ship in the Pacific Ocean.
Residents across California reported seeing bright streaks of light in the sky, with some speculating about UFOs or celestial events.
The satellites are part of SpaceX's growing Starlink network, aimed at expanding global internet connectivity.
This mission follows a recent SpaceX Starship test in Texas that ended in an explosion, highlighting the challenges of development testing.