SpaceX Prepares for Another Starlink Launch from Cape Canaveral
SpaceX is ready to launch 23 Starlink satellites tonight, April 27, 2025, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Liftoff is targeted for 10:04 p.m. EDT (0204 UTC, April 28).
This mission, named Starlink Group 12-23, is part of SpaceX’s ongoing effort to expand its global satellite internet network and bridge the digital divide.
Launch Details
- Launch Date: April 27, 2025
- Launch Time: 10:04 p.m. EDT (0204 UTC)
- Rocket: Falcon 9 Block 5
- Launch Site: Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40), Cape Canaveral, Florida
- Payload: 23 Starlink satellites, including 13 with Direct-to-Cell technology
- Destination: Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
The Falcon 9’s first-stage booster, which has already completed several missions, will attempt to land once again on the autonomous drone ship “Just Read the Instructions” stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
What’s New About This Starlink Mission?
This particular launch includes 13 satellites equipped with Direct-to-Cell capability, enabling direct connections between satellites and standard mobile phones.
This innovation will significantly enhance mobile coverage, especially in remote areas.
How to Watch the Launch Live
SpaceX will stream the mission live approximately 15 minutes before liftoff. You can watch it here:
- đź“ş SpaceX Official Website: spacex.com
- đź“ş SpaceX YouTube Channel: Search “SpaceX Starlink Launch Live”
Pro Tip: Tune in early to hear live commentary from SpaceX engineers and see the final countdown milestones.
About Starlink
Starlink is SpaceX’s satellite internet constellation project, designed to deliver high-speed internet access to underserved and rural communities around the world.
With over 6,000 satellites already in orbit, Starlink is revolutionizing global connectivity.
Each launch like today’s adds more capacity, reduces latency, and brings internet access to more regions globally.
Why This Launch Matters
- Network Growth: More satellites mean stronger, faster Starlink service worldwide.
- Direct-to-Cell Expansion: Mobile phone users could soon connect directly to satellites.
- Reusable Rockets: Demonstrates Falcon 9’s reusability, reducing costs and increasing launch frequency.
Final Thoughts
Tonight’s launch is another step forward for both SpaceX’s technological ambitions and Starlink’s mission to connect the world.
If successful, it will mark SpaceX’s 49th Falcon 9 mission of 2025 — another record-setting pace for the private space company.
🌍 Stay tuned for live updates and post-launch coverage right here!
