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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch, Starlink satellites from Vandenberg, CA Space Force Base

SpaceX launched a batch of 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on July 31, 2026. This mission utilized a Falcon 9 rocket and represents the eighth and final California rocket launch of July. The deployment adds to the company's growing low Earth orbit constellation, following a similar 24-satellite mission conducted on June 28.

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SpaceX completed its eighth California launch of July by deploying 24 Starlink satellites on July 31.

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  1. SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg

    SpaceX launched a batch of 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on July 31, 2026. This mission utilized a Falcon 9 rocket and represents the eighth and final California rocket launch of July. The deployment adds to the company's growing low Earth orbit constellation, following a similar 24-satellite mission conducted on June 28.

    Why it matters

    These frequent launches aim to expand a satellite network that already contains over 10,700 units. Maintaining a high launch cadence from California allows SpaceX to rapidly scale its global internet coverage capabilities.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites from California on July 31, 2026.
    • The July 31 mission used a Falcon 9 rocket.
    • The July 31 launch was the eighth and final California rocket launch of the month.

    What to watch next

    • August launch schedule for Vandenberg Space Force Base
    • Confirmation of the total satellite count in the Starlink constellation
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches uncrewed Starfall cargo capsule
    2. eu.usatoday.com — SpaceX plans 2 rocket launches this week in California. See the schedule
    3. www.aol.com — Final California rocket launch of July on tap tonight. How you can see it
    4. www.space.com — SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from California (photos)
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  2. SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from California on July 31

    SpaceX launched a batch of 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on July 31, 2026. The mission utilized a Falcon 9 rocket to deliver the satellites into orbit. This flight marked the eighth and final California rocket launch for the month of July. The deployment continues the company's efforts to expand its low Earth orbit satellite constellation.

    Why it matters

    These missions increase the density of the Starlink network, which already contains over 10,700 satellites. Frequent launches from Vandenberg allow SpaceX to maintain a consistent deployment schedule for global internet coverage. The company also recently tested a hockey-puck-shaped cargo capsule called Starfall.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites via a Falcon 9 rocket from California on July 31, 2026.
    • The July 31 mission was the eighth and final California rocket launch of the month.

    What to watch next

    • August launch schedule for Vandenberg Space Force Base
    • Deployment confirmation for the Starlink 17-46 mission
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches uncrewed Starfall cargo capsule
    2. eu.usatoday.com — SpaceX plans 2 rocket launches this week in California. See the schedule
    3. www.aol.com — Final California rocket launch of July on tap tonight. How you can see it
    4. www.space.com — SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from California (photos)
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  3. SpaceX Launches Starlink Satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    SpaceX recently deployed 24 Starlink satellites from California on June 28, 2026. The company is preparing for another launch of 24 satellites via the Starlink 17-46 mission on Wednesday night. These missions continue the expansion of a low Earth orbit constellation containing over 10,700 satellites.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Falcon 9 rocket launched 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
    • The Starlink 17-46 mission is scheduled to launch 24 broadband internet satellites from Space Launch Complex 4 East on Wednesday night.
    • SpaceX's low Earth orbit constellation consists of more than 10,700 satellites.
    • SpaceX launched nearly 1,600 satellites during the first half of 2026.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Booster B1088 was on its 17th flight during the June 28 launch.
    • The Starlink 17-46 liftoff is scheduled for 7:57 p.m. PDT.
    Sources used for this update (21)
    1. Watch SpaceX launch new batch of US spy satellites from California early on June 19
    2. SpaceX launches batch of nearly 30 Starlink satellites
    3. Live Coverage: West Coast Falcon 9 launch to continue expansion of SpaceX’s Starlink network
    4. SpaceX launching 24 Starlink satellites from California tonight: Watch it live
    5. SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch, Starlink satellites from Vandenberg, CA Space Force Base | June 24
    6. See how SpaceX Falcon 9 launch lit up California sky
    7. A view from the canyon
    8. SpaceX plans weekend West Coast launch. What to know in Arizona
    9. SpaceX plans weekend rocket launch. Where to see liftoff in CA
    10. SpaceX’s Weekend Falcon 9 Launch Set for Vandenberg, With Potential Sonic Booms
    11. SpaceX sends 24 Starlink satellites into Earth orbit on Falcon 9 launch ...
    12. SpaceX Launches 24 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9 from Vandenberg ...
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