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FAA Approves Starship Launches from LC-39A, FCC Accepts Orbital Data Center Filing | KeepTrack X Report
FAA approves SpaceX Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center LC-39A. FCC accepts 1-million satellite orbital data center filing. Canada ranks as 5th largest Starlink market.

🚀 Latest Developments
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved SpaceX’s plans to conduct Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A, marking a significant shift from its Falcon 9 operations. In other news, Canada has been ranked as the fifth largest market for Starlink, highlighting its growing influence in the satellite broadband space. Additionally, valuable insights have emerged about SpaceX potentially exploring a “Starlink Phone” and an orbital data center plan.
📰 Detailed Coverage
FAA Approves Starship Launches from LC-39A
The FAA has given the green light for Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center’s LC-39A, as SpaceX pivots from utilizing the historic pad for Falcon 9 missions. This change not only streamlines operations but opens new opportunities for rapid development and testing of the Starship vehicle, further positioning SpaceX as a leader in the aerospace sector.
Read the full story: SpaceNews
Canada Ranks as the 5th Largest Starlink Market
According to Ookla’s 2025 Global Satellite Broadband Performance Report, Starlink has established itself as a dominant player in Canada, which now ranks as the fifth largest market for satellite internet. This growth underscores the service’s popularity and the increasing reliance on satellite connectivity for users in diverse regions, enhancing SpaceX’s global reach.
Read the full story: SpaceQ Media Inc.
SpaceX Explores a “Starlink Phone” for Direct-to-Device Internet Services
In an ambitious move, SpaceX is reportedly looking into the development of a “Starlink Phone” that would provide users with direct internet access from its satellite network. This innovation could revolutionize the way users interact with satellite technology, potentially broadening the market for both Starlink and personal communications.
Read the full story: TESLARATI
FCC Accepts SpaceX Filing for 1 Million Orbital Data Center Plan
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has accepted SpaceX’s application for its innovative “Orbital Data Center” concept, which plans for the deployment of one million orbital data centers. This development could facilitate advanced data processing capabilities in space and presents a unique advantage in future satellite navigation and communications.
Read the full story: TESLARATI
📊 Starlink Status
- Total Launched: 11113
- Total On Orbit: 9633
- Total Working: 9622
Track Starlink satellites in real-time on our web app: Track Starlink
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