Elon Musk's company SpaceX made the first launch for US spy satellites

Elon Musk's company SpaceX launched the first satellites for the USA's new spy satellite constellation. Although the contents of the satellites are unknown, they are expected to increase the country's space-based surveillance power.

SpaceX launched a series of pioneering spy satellites into space for the US government some time ago. The satellites launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base with the Falcon 9 rocket belonging to Elon Musk's company are expected to significantly increase the country's space-based surveillance power. These satellites will be a constellation that will create an intelligence network in space for the United States.

Satellites launched as part of the NROL-146 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) will be able to rapidly detect ground targets almost anywhere in the world. According to previous reports, NRO was building hundreds of satellites for this system. In addition, it is stated that Northrop Grumman, which has an important place in the US space and defense industry, is also involved in the project.

SpaceX or NRO did not share any details about the satellites launched into space. SpaceX did not share videos or photos of the launch. However, as far as it is understood from the statements made, they want to establish an intelligence network in space and there is no need for large satellites for this. So these moons are probably small.  The NRO said half a dozen launches would occur in 2024, with additional launches coming through 2028, without specifying how many satellites have been placed in orbit.

NRO's satellite network also shows how much the US government relies on Elon Musk's SpaceX for some of its most sensitive missions. SpaceX is important not only for the US defense industry but also for its space goals. The company has already dominated the rocket launch market and is the most critical part of NASA's Moon missions.