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SpaceX Gets Green Light for 7,500 More Starlink Satellites
10 Jan
Summary
- FCC approved SpaceX's request for an additional 7,500 Gen2 Starlink satellites.
- This approval brings the total Starlink satellite count to 15,000 worldwide.
- SpaceX can now upgrade satellites and operate across five frequencies.
SpaceX has received a significant boost for its global internet ambitions with the Federal Communications Commission's approval to deploy an additional 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites. This regulatory endorsement allows the company to significantly expand its satellite constellation, aiming to enhance internet connectivity across the globe.
The latest FCC decision brings the total number of Starlink satellites SpaceX is permitted to operate worldwide to 15,000. Furthermore, the commission has authorized SpaceX to upgrade its existing satellites and to operate across five distinct frequency bands, which is crucial for improved service delivery.
This approval also includes waivers for previous FCC requirements that had imposed limitations on overlapping satellite coverage and capacity. These changes are expected to enable SpaceX to provide more robust and widespread internet services, further solidifying its position in the global telecommunications market.
