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On January 15, 2026, the SpaceX Dragon reentry and splashdown off the coast of San Diego will conclude the early return of NASA’s Crew-11 astronauts from the ISS following a health-related mission adjustment. The event reflects the flexibility and reliability of Crew Dragon spacecraft and the Commercial Crew Program, highlighting responsive medical evacuation capabilities and advanced recovery procedures.

The Lufthansa Group has partnered with Starlink to bring Starlink free in‑flight internet to its entire fleet of around 850 aircraft starting in the second half of 2026, with complete rollout by 2029. The satellite broadband service will offer high‑speed, low‑latency connectivity that passengers can use for streaming, work, and communication, free for status and Travel ID users across all cabin classes, marking a major advancement in global inflight internet.

During a 5,200-mile journey from Montana to Alaska in vintage Model A trucks, a family stayed connected using Starlink Mini connectivity, enabling them to handle business communication, stay in touch with family, and plan logistics even in remote regions where cellular service was unavailable. Portable satellite broadband made the adventure both connected and worry-free.

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Twilight rideshare mission stood vertical at California’s Pad 4E before lifting off early in the morning to place around 40 satellites into a dusk-dawn sun-synchronous orbit. The mission, which included NASA’s Pandora exoplanet observatory and other small spacecraft, highlights SpaceX’s growing rideshare capability and continued commitment to affordable, versatile access to space.

Brightline has deployed Starlink onboard Wi-Fi across its fleet, significantly reducing onboard Wi-Fi issues by around 50 percent and delivering highly consistent internet speeds above 100 Mbps. This shift from traditional cellular networks to satellite broadband has reduced costs, improved guest satisfaction, and marked a major digital transformation in passenger rail connectivity.