SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Sunday, April 10, 2026. The Falcon 9 rocket carried the V2 Mini Optimized satellites into low Earth orbit as part of the Starlink 10-62 mission. This was SpaceX's 37th launch of the year and the 27th landing of the Falcon 9 booster with tail number 1078 on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The launch occurred at 4:40 a.m. and was visible across much of Florida's east coast.
The mission highlights SpaceX's focus on expanding global internet coverage through its Starlink constellation. The V2 Mini Optimized satellites are smaller and more efficient than previous models, allowing for faster deployment and lower costs. The booster, which has flown 26 missions before, landed on the drone ship Just Read the Instructions, continuing SpaceX's record for reusing rockets. This capability reduces the cost of space launches and supports the company's goal of making space travel more accessible.
SpaceX has now launched 29 Starlink satellites on this mission, bringing the total number of active satellites in its constellation to over 4,000. The company says the satellites will provide internet service to underserved regions worldwide. The Falcon 9's successful landing marks another step in SpaceX's effort to make rocket reuse routine, a key factor in lowering the price of space missions.
Founded by Elon Musk, SpaceX has become a major force in the aerospace industry. The Falcon 9, designed for reusability, has completed over 100 missions since its debut in 2010. The company's operations in Brevard County have boosted the local economy and solidified the Space Coast's reputation as a hub for space innovation.