Collective forecast

Direct match
91%

Very Likely

Deploys Starlink satellites91%
Does not deploy Starlink satellites9%
Confidencemedium· ▲ news bullish

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Based on 1 prediction market

90% range 8695% · tight a thin, low-agreement signal

Forecast update

Updated 23d ago

Jul 12range 9091.3Jul 16

1.3percentage points this week

3 new supporting signals

Assumption strengthened — No major technical failures occur during the flight.

Assumption strengthened — SpaceX successfully completes all pre-launch tests.

Assumption strengthened — The launch window remains clear of adverse weather conditions.

Assumption weakened — No significant technical failures occur during the flight.

Assumption weakened — Regulatory approvals are secured in a timely manner.

Assumption weakened — SpaceX maintains its current launch schedule.

Why this forecast

The market indicates a strong belief that SpaceX will attempt to deploy Starlink satellites during the upcoming fully-orbital Starship–SuperHeavy flight, with a high probability of 91.3%. Recent news confirms that SpaceX is preparing to deploy functioning Starlink satellites during this flight, aligning with the market's expectations.

Statistically pooled from 1 matched market (log-odds weighted by volume), 90% CI 86-95%.

Key development

SpaceX's upcoming Starship Flight 13 is set to deploy 20 Starlink V3 satellites for the first time.

Supporting signals

  • SpaceX has confirmed the deployment of 20 Starlink V3 satellites during the upcoming flight.
  • The market shows a high confidence level of 91.3% for this deployment.
  • The flight is part of a series of test flights aimed at refining Starship's capabilities.

Risk factors

  • Technical issues could arise during the flight that prevent satellite deployment.
  • Regulatory hurdles or weather conditions could delay the launch.
  • Unforeseen anomalies during the flight could impact the mission.

This forecast assumes

  • SpaceX successfully completes all pre-launch tests.
  • No major technical failures occur during the flight.
  • The launch window remains clear of adverse weather conditions.

How this could unfold

Successful completion of previous Starship test flights
Increased demand for satellite internet services
Advancements in Starlink satellite technology
Deploys Starlink satellites (91%)
Improved internet coverage in remote areas
Increased revenue for SpaceX from Starlink subscriptions
Potential for further satellite launches in the future

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SpaceX successfully completes all pre-launch tests.
No major technical failures occur during the flight.
The launch window remains clear of adverse weather conditions.