SpaceX launched US spy satellites under NROL-105 as China files plans for a 200,000-satellite mega constellation, sparking concerns of a new orbital surveillance race. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/technology/science/new-space-race-begins-us-launches-spy-satellites-as-china-plans-200-000-satellite-orbital-fleet-q7rodmg2?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SpySatellites #SpaceXLaunch #NROL105 #ChinaSatellites #SpaceRace

Here's this evening's NROL-105 launch as seen from Santa Barbara. 5 1/2 minute exposure. #spacex #NROL105