SpaceX launches 20 Starlinks satellites from California

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — SpaceX launched 20 Starlink satellites, including 13 equipped with Direct to Cell technology, into low-earth orbit on Friday, Sept. 20, from Space Launch Complex 4 East.

The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 6:50 a.m., with backup launch opportunities extending until 7:04 a.m.

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