SpaceX today completed its first flight test of Starship, lifting off from the pad in Starbase in Texas. The first launch wasn’t without some drama, as the countdown to 40 seconds paused, before some more last-minute flight checks, to only resume to counting down to launch. The roaring sound of 31 Raptor engines lighting up […]
SpaceX announced on Tuesday it has expanded its Starlink Maritime service to boats of all sizes, and not just commercial offerings. “Boats can now enjoy download speeds of up to 220 Mbps while at sea, with monthly plans starting at $250 USD ($329 in Canada) a one-time hardware cost of $2,500 USD ($3,170 in Canada),” […]
SpaceX has unveiled the Starship Torch, a versatile tool designed for culinary enthusiasts and SpaceX fans alike, now available as part of a pre-sale. It looks freaking amazing. Launching for pre-sale at $175 USD, the Starship Torch is set to ignite kitchens and hearts alike in Q3 2023. Inspired by SpaceX’s iconic Starship spacecraft, this […]
SpaceX on Monday morning scrubbed its first launch attempt of its Starship, after dealing with a technical issue. “A pressurant valve appears to be frozen, so unless it starts operating soon, no launch today,” said SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. “Learned a lot today, now offloading propellant, retrying in a few days,” added Musk. Musk had […]
Summary: Costamare and Navarino to trial Starlink on four vessels Test to evaluate improved operations, crew welfare and compliance Starlink to be used in a hybrid connectivity setup with existing satellite platforms Greek vessel operator, Costamare, has partnered with its satcom provider Navarino to implement the Starlink satellite connectivity system on four vessels for a […]
SpaceX has announced that it is aiming to conduct the first fully integrated flight test of Starship and Super Heavy rocket from Starbase in Texas as early as Monday, April 17. The 150-minute test window will open at 7:00 a.m. CT (5am PDT, 8am EDT). The Starship is a reusable transportation system designed to carry […]
Columbia Shipmanagement, the ship management arm of the Columbia Group, is conducting a trial of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service on several vessels. The Starlink service uses a constellation of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites operated by SpaceX to provide reliable and high-speed internet connectivity to ships and vessels across all sectors of the maritime industry. […]
SpaceX has fully-stacked its Starship rocket and says it is now working towards a rehearsal next week for its first orbital launch, then an actual flight test about a week later, if FAA approval is received. “Starship fully stacked at Starbase. Team is working towards a launch rehearsal next week followed by Starship’s first integrated […]
New telecommunications brand One New Zealand (formerly known as Vodafone NZ), announced a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX to ensure 100% mobile coverage across the nation and eliminate blackspots yesterday. One New Zealand’s award-winning mobile network will team up with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite constellation in low Earth orbit to provide comprehensive coverage for One New Zealand […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is targeting April 10 for the Starship orbital test flight, according to a Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) Operations Plan Advisory released recently. The launch is set for no earlier than 8:10 AM CDT (13:10 UTC). However, it’s important to note that this doesn’t necessarily mean that the launch license has been issued […]
SpaceX today successfully launched the Space Development Agency’s Tranche 0 mission, deploying multiple satellites to low-Earth orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC-4E) at the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 7:29 a.m. PT (10:29 a.m. ET). Liftoff! pic.twitter.com/5c215blpg7 — SpaceX (@SpaceX) April 2, 2023 The […]
Astrolab has announced a partnership with SpaceX to transport its Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover on an upcoming mission to the moon, using SpaceX’s Starship launch and landing system, as soon as mid-2026. After the completion of this mission, FLEX will be the largest and most capable rover to have traveled to the moon. […]
SpaceX is upgrading some Starlink Best Effort customers to the service’s Residential plan, entirely free of cost (via Reddit). Starlink Best Effort is a lower-speed service option from Starlink for customers stuck in the company’s pre-order backlog. The Residential plan, meanwhile, delivers priority service at higher speeds. Both subscription tiers use the same hardware and […]
The US Air Force has begun using commercial Starlink satellites to communicate with airmen dispersed across the extensive Indo-Pacific region, according to officials at the US Forces Japan base, reports Stars and Stripes. The 730th Air Mobility Squadron recently showcased one of three newly acquired Starlink terminals during a visit by the Air Force Expeditionary […]
Federal Minister of IT and Telecommunication announces Starlink’s registration with SECP. SpaceX’s Starlink, a satellite internet service provider, is set to revolutionize Pakistan’s internet landscape by offering high-speed, affordable connectivity across the country. The news comes after a meeting between the Global Director of SpaceX, Ryan Goodnight, and the Federal Minister of IT and Telecommunication, […]
