SpaceX Successfully Launches Three Falcon 9 Rockets
The launches carried 67 Starlink satellites into orbit, marking a significant comeback following the July 11 in-flight anomaly.
- SpaceX launched three Falcon 9 rockets over the weekend, deploying 67 Starlink satellites.
- The FAA approved the launches after SpaceX addressed a crack in an upper stage sensor line that caused the recent failure.
- NASA plans to use Falcon 9 rockets for upcoming missions, including a supply ship launch and a Crew Dragon flight.
- Boeing's Starliner capsule also underwent successful thruster tests, confirming system stability for its return to Earth.
- SpaceX will relocate future Crew Dragon splashdowns to the Pacific Ocean to manage debris issues.