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Legislation acknowledges launches impact neighboring communities, and calls on Department of Defense to look at mitigation measures.
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Satellites part of global communications network providing internet and cell phone service to underserved parts of the world.
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It was the 11th flight for the reusable first stage booster.
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It's the 14th flight for the reusable first stage booster.
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It's the 35th SpaceX flight of the year from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
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SpaceX sues California Coastal Commision after it rejects efforts to increase Central Coast launchesThe company claims the rejection was political. The Coastal Commission said SpaceX needs to apply for a Coastal Development Permit for the launches.
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20 Starlink satellites are boosted into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
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But, Commission's ability to regulate Air Force is limited.
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Fog obscured launch, but it didn't affect the mission. 20 communications satellites were delivered into orbit.
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Friday morning's launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base boosted 20 communications satellites into orbit.