space.com·Apr 19, 2026
On January 27, 2026, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the GPS III SV09 satellite for the U.S. Space Force.
The successful launch of the GPS III SV09 satellite by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket for the U.S. Space Force highlights SpaceX's continued reliability and strategic role in military satellite deployment. This underscores the expanding commercial partnerships between private space companies and government defense sectors, presenting potential opportunities for collaboration and investment in satellite technology and defense-related space missions.