SpaceX launched a Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 11:00 PM. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Launch Complex 39A, carrying 52 Starlink satellites into orbit. This marks the 14th Starlink mission of 2026 and the third from Brevard County this year. The launch was visible from parts of the Space Coast, with residents reporting a bright streak across the sky. SpaceX confirmed the satellites deployed successfully into low Earth orbit. The mission is part of the company's effort to expand global broadband coverage. The rocket's first stage landed at Landing Zone 1 near Cape Canaveral, completing a successful return to flight. This launch follows a similar mission in January and another in March, highlighting SpaceX's consistent schedule at the Florida launch site. Local officials noted the economic impact of SpaceX's operations, with the company employing over 1,500 people in the area. The Space Coast has hosted more than 100 rocket launches since 2020, making it a key hub for commercial spaceflight. The next Starlink mission is scheduled for April 5, 2026, from the same launch complex. SpaceX has not announced any changes to its launch timeline despite recent weather disruptions in the region. The company continues to work with NASA on crewed missions to the International Space Station, with a planned launch in June.