SpaceX Launches Two Galileo Satellites to Enhance Europe's Navigation System

The Falcon 9 mission successfully deployed satellites 31 and 32, completing the Galileo constellation for increased resilience and precision.

The launch took place from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 6:50 p.m. ET on September 17, 2024.
This marks the 13th launch in the Galileo program, with SpaceX under contract with the European Space Agency (ESA).
The new satellites will reach their final orbit at 23,222 km and undergo testing before becoming operational.
ESA plans to deploy six more Galileo First Generation satellites by 2026, followed by the next-generation G2 satellites.
The Galileo system, managed by the European Commission, serves over four billion users globally, providing the most precise navigation data.