Space Leaders Worldwide May Fight SpaceX Lofting 1 Million Satellites

SpaceX is reportedly considering expanding its satellite network from about 10,000 to as many as one million satellites.

A space policy expert says the plan would likely face major pushback over collision risk, space debris, interference, and orbital congestion.

The scale of the proposal could affect the entire space sector, including insurers, regulators, governments, and other satellite operators.

Such a mega-constellation would likely trigger major legal, safety, and international disputes over shared use of low Earth orbit.