The US Federal Communications Commission has approved SpaceX’s plan to deploy an additional 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites, bringing its approved total to 15,000.

The FCC said the new satellites can operate across five frequencies, and will offer direct-to-cell connectivity outside the US, as well as supplemental coverage within the country.

The FCC is deferring a decision on SpaceX’s request for nearly 30,000 satellites, approving only 15,000 for now.