SpaceX Launches Starlink 12-16 Mission from Cape Canaveral in Florida

On March 15, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched the Starlink 12-16 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This launch is part of SpaceX's ongoing effort to expand its Starlink satellite internet constellation, which aims to provide global broadband coverage.

The Falcon 9 rocket, carrying 60 Starlink satellites, lifted off at 10:45 AM EST, marking another milestone in the company's ambitious plan to deploy thousands of satellites into low Earth orbit. The launch was visible along the Florida coast, drawing spectators eager to witness the latest addition to the Starlink network.

SpaceX's Starlink project is a significant step towards bridging the digital divide by offering high-speed internet access to remote and underserved areas worldwide. With each successful launch, the constellation grows, bringing the company closer to its goal of providing reliable internet service across the globe.

The mission also included the recovery of the Falcon 9's first stage, which landed successfully on the droneship 'Of Course I Still Love You' in the Atlantic Ocean. This marks another successful reuse of the rocket, aligning with SpaceX's commitment to sustainable space travel.

This launch underscores Florida's continued importance as a hub for space exploration and commercial launches, reinforcing the state's role in the new era of space technology and connectivity.

• Cape Canaveral
• Florida
• SpaceX
• Starlink

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SpaceX launches Starlink 12-16 mission from Cape Canaveral in Florida

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- floridatoday