SpaceX successfully landed its Falcon 9 rocket for the 17th time, marking a new record for rocket reuse. The rocket launched 22 Starlink internet satellites into orbit before returning to a SpaceX drone ship stationed at sea. This launch is the company's 67th launch of the year, and they aim to launch 90 or more rockets during this calendar year. In addition, SpaceX plans to launch NASA's Psyche spacecraft using the Falcon Heavy rocket, which will be the company's first interplanetary mission. Varda Space Industries is currently facing regulatory issues after being denied re-entry back to Earth with its in-space manufacturing capsule, which is designed to manufacture products in a microgravity environment.
1. SpaceX has set a new re-use record for the Falcon 9 rocket, with its first stage returning to Earth after 17 launches.
2. The rocket carried 22 of SpaceX's Starling internet satellites into low Earth orbit.
3. This was SpaceX's 67th launch of the year, and the company may launch 90 or more rockets by the end of the year with their current pace.
4. Varda Space Industries' in-space manufacturing capsule is stuck in orbit after being denied re-entry back to Earth due to safety concerns.
5. Rocket Lab suffered an issue during a launch attempt on Tuesday, resulting in a loss of payload.
6. NASA's Psyche spacecraft is scheduled to lift off atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket on October 5th.