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The satellites are part of a network that provides global communications for the U.S. military and a new early warning system for missile launches.

The satellites are expected to be the first of a network of more than 150.

SpaceX is set to launch 24 communications satellites into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base.

It’s a major move for the tiny western European country of Luxembourg.

Twenty-four satellites were launched Friday morning from Vandenberg Space Force Base.

A Falcon 9 rocket carried 24 communications satellites into orbit from Santa Barbara County Monday morning.

Air Force and SpaceX officials are no-shows at the State Coastal Commission hearing to discuss the Vandenberg Space Force Base expansion plan.

The SpaceX Falcon 9 launch is now set for Monday night.

SpaceX plans a Saturday night launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base.

SpaceX flight would boost 24 communications satellites into orbit.