SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday evening, March 30, 2026, as the Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 just as the four-hour launch window opened at 5:15 p.m. ET. The 34th mission for the Falcon 9's first-stage booster, B1067, marked another milestone for the reusable rocket, which has previously supported Starlink missions, crewed flights, and other satellite deployments. The launch occurred despite concerns from the 45th Weather Squadron, which noted a 70% chance of acceptable conditions, with thick cloud layers and surface electric fields posing the primary risks. The Falcon 9's first stage landed on the droneship Just Read the Instructions in the Atlantic Ocean after stage separation. The 29 satellites will join over 10,000 Starlink satellites already in orbit, providing global broadband internet. Dr. Jonathan McDowell, an astrophysicist tracking Starlink's fleet, confirmed that 10,139 Starlink satellites are currently in orbit, with 7,993 operational. This mission continues SpaceX's efforts to expand its Starlink network, which aims to deliver internet service to remote areas worldwide. The launch was the 22nd Starlink mission for SpaceX this year, with the company planning additional launches in the coming months. The Falcon 9 rocket has a history of successful missions, including crewed flights for NASA and cargo deliveries to the International Space Station. B1067, the booster used in this launch, has completed 34 missions since its first flight in 2019, demonstrating the reliability of SpaceX's reusable rocket technology. The weather conditions during the launch were closely monitored, with the 45th Weather Squadron issuing updates throughout the day. Despite the challenges posed by the cloud cover, the launch proceeded without incident. SpaceX's Starlink program has faced scrutiny over its impact on astronomy, but the company continues to work with the scientific community to mitigate concerns. The satellites deployed in this mission will operate in low-Earth orbit, where they will provide broadband internet to underserved regions. SpaceX has stated that the Starlink network is a key component of its long-term goals, which include enabling global internet access and supporting future space exploration efforts. The launch was visible from parts of Florida and the southeastern United States, with observers noting the rocket's ascent and the separation of the first stage. SpaceX's next Starlink mission is scheduled for early April, with more satellites expected to be deployed in the coming months.