SpaceX is gearing up for its first Starship launch of 2024 from the Starbase facility in South Texas, potentially within the next three weeks. Elon Musk’s company is in discussions with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to expedite the launch-licensing process in hopes of increasing its flight cadence. Kelvin Coleman, the FAA’s Administrator for Commercial […]
SpaceX has submitted a request to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to allow some of its second-generation Starlink satellites to orbit closer to Earth, aiming to enhance internet speeds and service quality. The proposal, detailed in a recent FCC filing (via PC Mag), suggests positioning these satellites at altitudes between 340 and 360 kilometers, approximately […]
On February 20, 2024, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket achieved its 300th successful mission, launching the Telkomsat Merah Putih 2 satellite into geosynchronous transfer orbit. The launch occurred at 3:11 p.m. ET from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. This mission utilized a veteran first stage booster for its 17th […]
After Neuralink moved its incorporation from Delaware to Nevada, another Elon Musk-owned company has followed suit. On Thursday afternoon, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said, “SpaceX has moved its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas!”. “If your company is still incorporated in Delaware, I recommend moving to another state as soon as possible,” said Musk. […]
SpaceX is set to embark on a massive construction project, developing a $100 million office and industrial factory at its Boca Chica Beach launch facility, capable of accommodating the equivalent of 15 football fields. The expansive project, known as the “SpaceX Starbase Office,” will be situated at 52190 San Martin Blvd. in Brownsville, Texas, as […]
SpaceX has announced plans to deorbit 100 of its first-generation Starlink satellites as a precautionary measure against a potential flaw that could lead to complete satellite failure. The company stated that these satellites would be brought down to Earth’s atmosphere, where they are expected to disintegrate completely, posing no risk to people on the ground, […]
Hawaiian Airlines announced on February 9th the introduction of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service on its A321 aircraft, marking a significant enhancement in passenger experience with the offer of free, high-speed Wi-Fi on select transpacific flights. The airline is swiftly working to equip its entire A321 fleet with this service, aiming to extend it to all […]
SpaceX is venturing into new territory by considering the use of its drone ships as ‘gateway’ stations to improve Starlink’s internet coverage across maritime environments. Elon Musk’s company has sought a temporary license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct tests involving up to 12 “earth station” antennas mounted on these autonomous vessels, […]
StarSat Africa, a major importer of Starlink kits to South Africa, has announced plans to reduce the prices of its equipment by 13% to 20% in the coming weeks. The Mozambique-based company anticipates lowering the current R14,999 ($793 USD) price tag on Starlink kits to a range between R12,000 and R13,000 ($635 USD to $688 […]
SpaceX has broadened its retail strategy by partnering with Best Buy to sell its latest Starlink dish, offering consumers an alternative purchasing option for the satellite internet hardware. The next-generation ‘Standard’ Starlink dish, Version 4 (V4), is available for $599.99 USD. This matches the cost on the official Starlink store and offers expedited delivery, with […]
Several SpaceX Starlink authorized commercial resellers have recently unveiled an appealing offer for shipping companies: a two-month free trial of the Starlink Maritime service, including 5 TB of Mobile Priority service per month. This offer presents a substantial value to maritime operators, as the Starlink Maritime Flat High Performance user terminal is priced at $2,500, […]
In the Whitbourne area in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, Mike Mullins, who built a high-tech smart home for his retirement, encountered a significant challenge: inadequate internet service. “We’ve lived in town for 30 years, and when we moved to Whitbourne, my gosh, we were surprised to learn that the highest speed is, I think it’s […]
Singtel has announced its collaboration with Starlink to enhance maritime digital services, facilitating ship owners and operators in adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, edge computing, and cloud-based solutions. This initiative aims to improve operational safety, efficiency, and crew welfare in the maritime sector. The integration of Starlink’s satellites into Singtel’s offerings […]
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service is poised to receive approval from Indian authorities for offering space broadband services. The nod, expected in the “next few days” or by the end of the month, follows Starlink’s clarification to India’s Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) regarding its shareholding pattern, reports the Economic Times. […]
Peplink, a leader in SD-WAN routers, has entered a significant agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink, becoming an Authorized Technology Provider. This collaboration aims to integrate Starlink’s Flat High Performance terminal with Peplink’s routers, addressing the challenges of cost, speed, and reliability in internet services for mobile, maritime, and remote businesses. “Our combined solution gives any business […]
