A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched SiriusXM’s most powerful satellite to date into geosynchronous transfer orbit late Sunday night, boosting the satellite radio giant’s coverage and capacity across North America and the Caribbean.
The two-stage rocket lifted off precisely at 10:25 p.m. EDT, from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The SXM-11 satellite separated from the upper stage as planned, marking another flawless mission for SpaceX’s workhorse booster.
SiriusXM officials said the new satellite will significantly expand service in challenging areas such as Alaska while delivering higher-quality audio entertainment, news, and information across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
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SXM-11 is the company’s most advanced spacecraft yet, promising stronger signals and greater redundancy for millions of subscribers.