Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-26

Mission Status

Current T-0 confirmed by official or reliable sources.

Mission Updates

18 feb, 18:54 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 24 at 14:00 UTC

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17 feb, 17:08 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 23 at 14:00 UTC

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16 feb, 19:30 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 22 at 20:00 UTC

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11 feb, 17:39 Cosmic_Penguin

Added launch.

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Mission Details

A batch of 25 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation - SpaceX's project for space-based Internet communication system.

Tipo Missione Communications
Orbita Low Earth Orbit
Launch Window 14:00 - 18:00

Rocket Configuration

Name Falcon 9 Block 5
Manufacturer SpaceX
Height 70 m
Diameter 3.65 m
Maiden Flight 2018-05-11
Success Rate 547/548 (100%)

Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability.