aerospace

SpaceX

SpaceX is a US space technology company founded in 2002. It develops and operates launch vehicles and spacecraft for orbital launch services, human spaceflight support, and satellite connectivity infrastructure.

Active Verified 2026-10-02

Overview

SpaceX is a US space technology company founded in 2002. Its identity is defined here by the development and operation of launch vehicles and spacecraft. Its operational families include Falcon launch vehicles and Dragon spacecraft. Its activities include orbital launch services, human spaceflight support, and satellite connectivity infrastructure. These areas provide the stated operational context for the company: it develops and operates launch and spacecraft systems and is involved in the related services and infrastructure. This profile does not specify technical characteristics, mission dates, destinations, customers, operational outcomes, or the current status of individual programs. It also does not assign capabilities, performance, or achievements beyond the supplied information.

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US space technology company founded in 2002.
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Develops and operates launch vehicles and spacecraft.
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Operational families include Falcon launch vehicles and Dragon spacecraft.
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Activities include orbital launches, human spaceflight support, and satellite connectivity infrastructure.

Sources and references

  1. SpaceX — official profile SpaceX

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