SpaceX Eyes 15,000 More Satellites for Cellular Starlink, Hints at Carrier Plans

SpaceX Eyes 15,000 More Satellites for Cellular Starlink, Hints at Carrier Plans

After the $17 billion EchoStar deal, SpaceX requests to build a constellation of 'up to 15,000' satellites to bolster its cellular Starlink system.

SpaceX Files for 15,000 New Starlink Satellites to Boost Cell Connectivity

In a bold escalation of its ambitions to dominate global connectivity, SpaceX has filed with the Federal Communications Commission to deploy up to 15,000 additional satellites for its Starlink network, specifically aimed at enhancing cellular service capabilities. This move comes on the heels of the company’s $17 billion acquisition of EchoStar’s satellite spectrum, positioning Starlink as a formidable player in the satellite-to-phone arena. The…

SpaceX 15000 V3 Starlink Direct to Cellphone Satellites

SpaceX submitted FCC filing SAT-LOA-20250916-00282 on September 16, 2025, requesting authorization for up to 15,000 additional low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites dedicated to enhancing its Direct-to-Cell (DTC) Starlink service. This filing builds on prior approvals for ~29,988 broadband-focused satellites and leverages spectrum acquired from EchoStar in a $17 billion deal, enabling hybrid satellite-terrestrial networks for ubiquitous ...