Flight 4 should come in within the next few weeks. The mission this time is to get the orbital velocity and have Ship survive reentry. If that is accomplished, the next mission should be in operational flight, probably dispensing Starlink gen 3 (larger, more powerful) satellites.
SpaceX is also testing their D2D (direct to Device) service, allowing starlink satellites to communicate directly with unmodified cell phones and tablets. Essentially, orbiting cell towers.
Time in this test notice is Central, so 1100 to 2300 Eastern.
For those overseas, a Texas County Judge is essentially the chief County Executive.
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Sheriff Eric Garza@SheriffGarza
UPDATE: Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has extended the temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 from FM 1419 to the beach entrance due to SpaceX testing. New closure hours: 04/05/2024 - 10 am to 10 pm.
SpaceX is also testing their D2D (direct to Device) service, allowing starlink satellites to communicate directly with unmodified cell phones and tablets. Essentially, orbiting cell towers.
Time in this test notice is Central, so 1100 to 2300 Eastern.
For those overseas, a Texas County Judge is essentially the chief County Executive.
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Sheriff Eric Garza@SheriffGarza
UPDATE: Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has extended the temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 from FM 1419 to the beach entrance due to SpaceX testing. New closure hours: 04/05/2024 - 10 am to 10 pm.
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