On May 14, 2025, SpaceX achieved another milestone in its ambitious mission to provide global internet coverage by successfully launching the Starlink 6-67 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This mission, which lifted off at 12:38 p.m. Eastern Time from Space Launch Complex 40, marked the deployment of 28 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO).
A Record-Breaking Launch
The Falcon 9 rocket used for this mission, designated B1090-3, was making its fourth flight, having previously supported missions including SES O3b mPOWER-E and Crew-10. This launch also represented SpaceX’s 475th Falcon 9 mission to date, underscoring the company’s rapid progress in rocket reusability and satellite deployment.
Weather Cooperation
Leading up to the launch, weather conditions were a concern, with forecasts indicating a 70% chance of favorable weather. However, conditions improved as the launch window approached, allowing for a successful liftoff.
Successful Booster Landing
Approximately eight minutes after liftoff, the Falcon 9’s first stage booster executed a successful landing on the droneship “Just Read the Instructions,” stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. This achievement marked the 475th successful booster landing for SpaceX, highlighting the company’s advancements in rocket reusability.
Expanding Global Connectivity
With this launch, SpaceX continues to expand its Starlink constellation, which now comprises over 7,400 satellites in orbit. The addition of these 28 satellites enhances the network’s capacity to provide high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas worldwide.
SpaceX’s next Starlink mission, Starlink 6-68, is scheduled for May 16, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. As the company maintains its rapid launch cadence, it remains on track to meet its goal of providing global broadband coverage.
