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X Report 22 Dec 2024

SpaceX successfully launches two rideshare missions to mid-inclination orbits, expanding their satellite deployment capabilities.

SpaceX successfully launches two rideshare missions to mid-inclination orbits, expanding their satellite deployment capabilities.

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SpaceX has successfully launched two rideshare missions from California, consolidating its capability in deploying customer satellites to mid-inclination orbits. These dual launches mark significant progress in SpaceX’s rideshare services.

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SpaceX Launches Second Mid-Inclination Rideshare Mission

SpaceX launched 30 satellites on December 21 as part of its second dedicated rideshare mission to mid-inclination orbits. This mission highlights SpaceX’s growing capacity for providing increased access to diverse orbits, broadening its client offerings in the satellite industry.

This expansion in rideshare capabilities emphasizes SpaceX’s strategic positioning in the commercial launch market, fostering partnerships with various satellite providers globally.

Read the full story: SpaceNews

SpaceX Launches Bandwagon-2 Rideshare from Vandenberg

On December 21, SpaceX conducted a successful launch of the Bandwagon-2 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Liftoff from Launch Complex 4E at 3:34 a.m. PST marks another notch in SpaceX’s growing series of rideshare missions.

This launch underscores SpaceX’s reliability and efficiency, consolidating its market share in the low Earth orbit deployment sector. The predictable success of such missions influences satellite tracking and global communications dynamics.

Read the full story: NASASpaceFlight.com

SpaceX Launches Bandwagon-2 Rideshare Mission on Falcon 9 Rocket from California

SpaceX completed a second mission of customer satellite deployment to mid-inclination orbits, lifting off from Vandenberg Space Force Base early on December 21. This continues their series of strategic launches designed to accommodate varied orbital needs.

The Bandwagon-2 mission exemplifies SpaceX’s proficiency in executing time-sensitive deployments efficiently, reinforcing its competitive edge against international launch providers. Such operational precision ensures timely satellite positioning crucial for real-time tracking enhancements.

Read the full story: Spaceflight Now

  • Total Launched: 7568
  • Total On Orbit: 6886
  • Total Working: 6839

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