Early Wednesday morning, a mysterious object resembling a comet or meteor caught the attention of many across the country. However, reports later revealed that the object was, in fact, a spacecraft launched by SpaceX.

The aerospace company conducted a Falcon 9 launch at 4:55 a.m., deploying 20 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

Enthusiastic stargazers who witnessed the spacecraft in the sky shared photos and videos with news stations, sparking speculation about whether they were observing a celestial event or a UFO.

For those who missed the live event, the SpaceX launch can be viewed on the company’s website.

As the news of the SpaceX launch continues to circulate, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing advancements in space exploration and technology.