SpaceX Launches 100th Rocket on October 15, 2024, Deploying 23 Starlink Satellites and Setting New Record

Oct 15, 2024, 09:33 AM

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone by launching its 100th rocket of 2024, setting a new record for the most orbital launches by a single company in a calendar year. The milestone was reached with the successful deployment of 23 Starlink satellites from Florida via the Falcon 9 rocket. This launch occurred on October 15, 2024, just hours before SpaceX conducted its 101st launch. The company has surpassed its previous record of 96 launches set in 2023, demonstrating its increasing capacity in the space industry. The breakdown of this year's launches includes 95 Falcon 9 missions, 3 Starship launches, and 2 Falcon Heavy missions. SpaceX's rapid launch schedule highlights its pivotal role in satellite deployment and space exploration.