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SpaceX Launches 500th Starlink Satellite of 2026 in Relentless Cadence
SpaceX has launched its 500th Starlink satellite of 2026, reaching the milestone before the end of February in a demonstration of the company's extraordinary launch cadence. The pace underscores SpaceX's dominance in both the launch services market and the satellite internet sector.
Key Takeaways
- SpaceX launched its 500th Starlink satellite of 2026 before the end of February
- Company averages a Falcon 9 launch every two to three days
- Over 7,000 Starlink satellites now in orbit serving 80+ countries
- Reusable boosters with up to 33 flights each enable the unprecedented pace
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