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News · 27 March 2026

10,000 Starlink satellites now orbit Earth

10,000 Starlink satellites now orbit Earth

Fast internet service is now available in many distant areas thanks to Starlink's communication system. This month, SpaceX sent 54 new satellites into space using two Falcon 9 rockets. The company currently has US approval for 12,000 satellites, and has asked to launch an additional 30,000, aiming for 42,000 in total.

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