SpaceX has begun turning away satellite operators seeking dedicated Falcon 9 launches for missions scheduled after 2028. The company is also reportedly halting the production of certain non-reusable components for its Falcon rocket family.
This move signals a strategic pivot to accelerate the transition to Starship, SpaceX’s fully reusable next-generation vehicle. While the company will continue Falcon 9 flights for NASA and the Department of Defense, the decision creates a potential launch bottleneck for commercial satellite operators.