SpaceX Hits 100 Starlink Launches in 2025, Deploys 2,554 Satellites

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone on Friday, October 31, 2025, successfully launching its 100th Starlink mission of the year. This mission deployed an additional 28 Starlink broadband satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, bringing the total number of Starlink satellites launched this year to an impressive 2,554.

Key Takeaways

• SpaceX completed its 100th Starlink mission of 2025 on October 31.

• The mission deployed 28 Starlink satellites.

• This brings the total Starlink satellites launched in 2025 to 2,554.

• The Falcon 9 booster used for this mission was on its 29th flight.

• Starlink now has nearly 8,800 active satellites in orbit.

A Record-Breaking Year for Starlink

The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 4:41 p.m. ET, with its first stage successfully landing on the drone ship 'Of Course I Still Love You' approximately 8.5 minutes later. This marked the 29th flight for the booster, nearing SpaceX's reuse record. This launch contributes to SpaceX's overall 138 Falcon 9 launches in 2025, with the majority dedicated to expanding the Starlink constellation.

Starlink's Global Expansion Continues

Starlink continues to solidify its position as the largest active satellite constellation globally. With over 10,000 satellites launched to date, nearly 8,800 are currently operational. The service provides high-speed, low-latency internet to remote areas worldwide and boasts over 5 million subscribers, with 2.7 million joining in the past year. The network is now operational in approximately 150 countries.

SpaceX's Focus on Reusability

The company's relentless pace of launches is largely attributed to its successful strategy of reusing rocket boosters. This approach allows SpaceX to support both the rapid expansion of its Starlink network and serve external commercial customers efficiently.