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The FAA has approved SpaceX's plan to significantly increase Falcon 9 launches at Cape Canaveral, allowing up to 120 launches annually and the construction of a new booster landing pad. This expansion, while avoiding a full Environmental Impact Statement, still adheres to environmental regulations. Most booster recoveries will continue via droneships, supporting SpaceX's growing satellite deployments and crewed missions.

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone in 2025, launching its 100th Falcon 9 mission, deploying 24 Starlink satellites and expanding its constellation to over 8,100 active units. Booster 1088 completed its ninth successful flight, landing on the drone ship, marking SpaceX's 489th Falcon 9 landing. This feat underscores SpaceX's reusability advancements and its impact on global internet coverage.