In the interim, the rocket's spent first stage made a successful landing on the droneship "Of Course I Still Love You" stationed in the Pacific Ocean. The stage, referred to by SpaceX by its serial number, B1093, last flew in May on the second of what is now its three total Starlink flights.

SpaceX produced its 10 millionth Starlink kit this week, an effort that's bound to increase as the company moves into more international markets and offers appealing discounts in the US.