Cape Canaveral, United States – On February 19, 2026, a Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying the Starlink 10-36 mission into orbit.

The launch successfully deployed 29 satellites, further expanding the Starlink constellation, which now consists of over 7,000 satellites in low Earth orbit. The additional satellites are intended to enhance global coverage and internet connectivity through the growing network.

The Falcon 9 rocket performed as expected during liftoff and ascent, with the spacecraft reaching its designated orbit for satellite deployment. Observers noted the precise execution of the mission, continuing a series of regular Starlink launches aimed at maintaining and expanding the constellation.

Starlink 10-36 marks another step in the ongoing effort to provide widespread low Earth orbit satellite coverage, supporting both commercial and private communications worldwide.

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