A total of 259 rocket launches took place in 2024, continuing a four-year trend of increasing spaceflight activity. SpaceX led the surge with 132 Falcon 9 launches, contributing to satellite deployments for Starlink and military purposes. Other nations, including Russia and China, also expanded their launch operations. In 2025, new rockets from Blue Origin, Sierra Spa…
Global Rocket Launches Reach Record High in 2024, With More Growth Expected in 2025
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/ February 12, 2025