Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-23

Mission Status

Current T-0 confirmed by official or reliable sources.

Mission Updates

18 feb, 18:54 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 28 at 08:00 UTC

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17 feb, 17:09 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 27 at 08:00 UTC

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16 feb, 19:25 Cosmic_Penguin

Now targeting Feb 26 at 08:00 UTC

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12 feb, 20:34 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 08:00 - 12:00

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.