The sixth batch of Starlink satellites will go into orbit on April 16

The new, the sixth batch of Starlink satellites will go into orbit on April 16. According to information provided by General Schiss, the commander of the 45th space wing, the launch will take place in a limited composition in compliance with all measures of social distance.

Earlier it was reported that the launch of the Falcon 9 rocket and GPS 3 satellite would be postponed until the end of June this year, but after reviewing the requirements for launching Starlink satellites, it was decided that it would be possible to launch in conditions of a reduced number of employees.

The decision was made taking into account that civil servants do not participate in the preparation for the flight and scheduled operations after launch, and also that the SpaceX rocket is equipped with an autonomous security system that will not allow it to be possible in which it could harm people or property.