The satellites will test out the technology the company plans to use for its internet service, according to public filings. But Musk confirmed in a tweet the small internet satellites, which hitched a ride along with PAZ, made it into orbit. It has approval from the FCC to send internet satellites into orbit. If SpaceX gets approval for its satellite project, it'll be a first for an American-based company to join the race to provide internet via Low-Earth Orbit satellites, FCC Chairman Pai said. But Thursday's launch used a Falcon 9, the rocket SpaceX has flown since 2010.

Source: CNN February 22, 2018 15:37 UTC