Watch Live as SpaceX Launches 28 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9 Rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base
SpaceX gears up for yet another landmark Falcon 9 launch, aimed at expanding its Starlink constellation with 28 advanced Starlink V2 Mini satellites. Scheduled to take off from Vandenberg Space Force Base, this mission promises to enhance global internet connectivity.
Key Details of the Falcon 9 Launch
The Starlink 11-17 mission is set to launch from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base. With liftoff planned for 8:54 p.m. PDT (11:54 p.m. EDT / 0354 UTC), the Falcon 9 rocket will follow a south-easterly trajectory.
Emegypt is providing detailed coverage of the launch, starting around 30 minutes before liftoff, offering space enthusiasts a closer look at this ambitious venture.
Falcon 9 Booster Highlights
The Falcon 9 booster, carrying the identifier B1071, is a marvel of engineering, making its 29th flight. Known for its versatility and reliability, this booster has previously supported:
- NASA’s SWOT mission
- Five missions for the National Reconnaissance Office
- Four ride share missions, including three Transporter missions and one Bandwagon mission
Autonomous Landing Plans
About 8.5 minutes post-launch, B1071 is slated for an autonomous landing on the drone ship, ‘Of Course I Still Love You.’ This maneuver, if successful, will mark the 156th landing on the vessel and the 516th booster landing overall, further cementing SpaceX’s reputation for reusable space technology.
