VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, California – SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on Friday, Jan. 24, carrying 23 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit. The launch is scheduled to commence at 6:07 a.m. Pacific Time, with a backup window available on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 6:08 a.m.
Following liftoff, the booster used for this mission will return to Earth and land on the Of Course I Still Love You drone ship stationed in the Pacific Ocean. This particular booster has a history of successful missions, including carrying out missions such as Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich, DART, and various Starlink deliveries.
In anticipation of the launch, SpaceX will provide a live webcast starting five minutes before liftoff, allowing viewers to witness the various stages of the rocket’s journey into space. This launch marks the 23rd flight for the Falcon 9 booster designated for this mission, showcasing the reliability and reusability of SpaceX’s technology.
The deployment of these Starlink satellites is part of SpaceX’s mission to create a global satellite internet constellation, aimed at providing high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world. With each successful launch, SpaceX continues to expand its network and work towards achieving global connectivity.
By utilizing the Falcon 9 rocket for this mission, SpaceX is demonstrating its commitment to efficient and cost-effective space travel. The ability to recover and reuse rockets not only reduces costs but also paves the way for more frequent and accessible space missions in the future.
As the launch date approaches, excitement builds both within the space community and among spectators eager to witness another milestone in SpaceX’s journey towards revolutionizing space technology. Stay tuned for live updates on the Falcon 9 launch and the deployment of the Starlink satellites into orbit.