SpaceX Launches 28 Starlink Satellites from Vandenberg SFB

SpaceX successfully launched 28 Starlink broadband satellites on November 6, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 1:13 PM PST, marking the Starlink 11-14 mission.

This launch increased the total number of Starlink satellites deployed in 2025 to 2,600, contributing to the rapidly growing megaconstellation in low Earth orbit. According to Spaceflight Now, the Falcon 9 used for this mission was booster number B1093, which completed its eighth flight.

This booster has previously supported missions including the deployment of satellites for the Space Development Agency's Tranche 1 Transport Layer and various Starlink batches. After approximately 8.5 minutes following liftoff, the first stage successfully landed on the drone ship 'Of Course I Still Love You' in the Pacific Ocean, marking the 163rd landing on this vessel and the 530th successful booster landing overall.

This information was corroborated by Space.com, which noted that the Falcon 9 mission was the 142nd of the year, with 102 of those dedicated to expanding the Starlink network. The upper stage of the rocket continued towards low Earth orbit, where the satellites were scheduled for deployment about an hour into the flight.

With this launch, SpaceX has now deployed over 8,800 satellites as part of its ongoing efforts to provide global wireless internet coverage. This expansion not only reinforces SpaceX's pivotal role in modern space technology and communication but also raises discussions about the increasing number of satellites in orbit and their implications for space traffic management and astronomy.

The successful deployment of these satellites is a significant step in SpaceX's mission to enhance global internet access, especially in underserved areas, while also contributing to ongoing conversations about the sustainability of space activities and potential impacts on astronomical observations.

As SpaceX continues to launch additional satellites, the conversation around space debris, satellite congestion, and their effects on future space exploration remains pertinent. The ongoing development of the Starlink constellation exemplifies not only the technological advancements in satellite communication but also the broader implications for humanity's connection to the cosmos.