Published 17:27 IST, October 22nd 2020

Rocket launch: Falcon 9 set to carry the 15th batch of SpaceX Starlink satellites

SpaceX is set to launch its 15th batch of 60 SpaceX Starlink satellites into space from Florida's Space Launch Complex 40. Scroll on for launch details.

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Elon Musk’s X has alrey h a string of successful Starlink launches within a short span of time. private Aero company is very determined to enter broband as it recently launched its 14th batch of 60 satellites from Florida, US, just last weekend. X is alrey targeting a launch for its next batch of 60 satellites into Earth's orbit.

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Falcon 9 - Rocket launch schedule

company recently anunced that it is targetting  next Falcon 9 rocket launch of Starlink for Thursday, October 22 at 12:14 PM EDT. flight is scheduled to lift off from Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40), Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida.  launch window will last until 12:25 PM ET. However, it also ted that company is keeping an eye out for wear conditions, where forecast was just 50-50 favourable for liftoff at time of anuncement.

company h initially planned  Starlink launch for Wednesday, October 21, but it h to be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.  Falcon 9 is set to carry next batch of 60 Starlink satellites to as part of its X Starlink mission.

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X Starlink is Elon Musk's ambitious project where company is planning to deploy a massive constellation of as many as 12,000 satellites into  Earth's orbit. private firm has been constantly launching Starlink satellites in as part of mega constellation project which aims to offer internet services to those residing in rural areas and remote regions. company also plans to offer internet connection at affordable prices.

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And while X's current plan is to deploy 12,000 Starlink satellites in Earth's orbit at moment, company eventually hopes to take that number all way up to 42,000.

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private company has also started sending out invitations to interested users to have m sign up for potential low-cost internet connection. Once a person signs up, company will send m occasional updates on Starlink news and beta availability in ir area.

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17:27 IST, October 22nd 2020