SpaceX gets a green light to more than double its Florida launches

SpaceX has received approval to significantly increase its launch operations from Florida. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the company a license to conduct up to 36 Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launches per year from its launch sites in Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center, more than doubling its previous limit. This decision comes as SpaceX continues to ramp up its launch cadence to support a growing number of satellite and spacecraft deployments, as well as crewed missions to the International Space Station. The increased launch capacity will enable SpaceX to meet the rising demand for its services and further solidify its position as a dominant player in the commercial space industry. The approval is subject to ongoing environmental reviews and other regulatory requirements, but it represents a significant milestone for SpaceX as it seeks to expand its operations and contribute to the growth of the space economy.