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Four MicroGEO satellites from Astranis are integrated on a Falcon 9 payload adaptor prior to being incapsulate inside the payload fairings. Image: SpaceX
Update Dec. 22, 8:45 p.m. EST (0145 UTC): SpaceX says “after further inspections of the launch vehicle and data review” the Falcon 9 launch of four satellites for Astranis is on hold. A launch attempt Saturday ended in a last-second engine abort. A new launch date has not yet been set.
Update Dec. 21, 12:22 a.m. EST (0522 UTC): SpaceX encountered a pad abort; pivoted to Sunday launch.
A rare pad abort forced SpaceX to stand down from launching four MicroGEO satellites for California-based Astranis into a geosynchronous transfer orbit.
SpaceX didn’t give a reason for the scrub, but said in a post on social media that they were pivoting launch to Sunday instead.
The mission, dubbed ‘Astranis: From One to Many,’ includes the company’s UtilitySat, which is designed to relocate within geostationary Earth orbit over its life to respond to different mission objectives. It will launch alongside three other satellites.
Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station was set for 12 a.m. EST (0500 UTC) on Dec. 22, but SpaceX opted to stand down from that opportunity as well.
Coming into the launch opportunity, the 45th Weather Squadron forecast a greater than 95 percent chance of favorable weather at liftoff on Friday night. Launch weather officers cited no specific concerns that would prevent the launch from a meteorological perspective during the first launch.
“A broad area of high-pressure over the central United States will bring northwest flow and drier air to the cape Friday and Saturday,” meteorologists wrote in their forecast. “Although the Probability of Violation is slightly higher on the backup day due to a slight chance of a flight-through Cumulus Cloud Rule violation, expect favorable weather for either launch window.”
With the launch on Sunday, weather stands at 95 percent favorable with cumulus clouds as the only potential watch item at liftoff. Meteorologists also show that upper-level wind shear will trend between low to moderate.
The Falcon 9 first stage booster for this launch, tail number B1077 in the SpaceX fleet, will be launching for its 17th time. It’s previously missions included Crew-5, GPS 3 Space Vehicle 06 and CRS-28.
Nearly 8.5 minutes after liftoff, B1077 will land on the SpaceX droneship, ‘A Shortfall of Gravitas,’ which is positioned in the Atlantic Ocean. If successful, this will mark the 91st booster landing on ASOG and the 387th booster landing to date.
The mission patch for the Astranis: From One to Many mission. Graphic: SpaceX
Small package, big mission
The four satellites onboard the Falcon 9 are called MicroGEO satellites since they are each roughly the size of a washing machine. They were built in Astranis’ Pier 70 facilities in San Francisco, CA, and are designed to operate for about eight to ten years.
Two of the satellites, named NuView Alpha and NuView Bravo, will serve Anuvu’s aviation and marine customers. The agreement between Anuvu, previously known as Global Eagle Entertainment, and Astranis was announced back in July 2021 and will service the North America and Caribbean regions.
“We aim to expand our connectivity network in a way that is scalable and agile for our mobility customers” said Josh Marks, CEO of Anuvu in a 2021 press release. “Astranis and its MicroGEO satellites will offer Anuvu customers freedom from decades-long contracts or outdated legacy systems. Most significantly, they are quick to market, have a mission life of seven to ten years, and can be controlled and updated from the ground, enabling our mobility clients to pivot their business model as new technology is introduced.”
Anuvu ordered the two satellites launching on Friday (originally planned to launch in “early 2023”) in addition to six more that will be added in the future.
Also onboard Friday’s launch is a satellite called ‘AGILA,’ named after the national bird of the Philippines. It is the first of two satellites providing service to that country through a partnership with Orbits Corp.
“Orbits Corp will be able to double the number of people that it connects in the most remote islands of the Philippines,” wrote John Gedmark, Astranis Founder and CEO in a November 2023 blog post. “Millions of people, many of whom live on less than $5,000 per year, will be able to connect to the internet as a direct result.
“Orbits Corp estimates that this two-satellite program will bring up to 10,000 direct and indirect jobs to the Philippines, accelerating economic growth and jumpstarting economic development in many of the smallest and most remote communities in the fast-growing nation.”
The four MicroGEO satellites shown in an Astranis cleanroom prior to shipping to Cape Canaveral for the ‘Astranis: From One to Many’ mission launch. Image: Astranis
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The final satellite aboard the mission is called ‘UtilitySat,’ which will initially be used in service of Astranis customer, Apco Networks, an internet service provider, in Mexico.
This is the first of two MicroGEO satellites sold to the company, which has the ability to “connect up to five million people,” Gedmark said in a 2023 blog post.
“A number of our employees at Astranis come from Mexico, some from small communities where connectivity is very poor, or non-existent,” he said. “As they told us, and as we found from further research, the need for better connectivity in Mexico is self-evident — more than 30 percent of the country does not have internet access today, and satellite is often the only way to connect the remote and rural communities scattered across the rough, mountainous terrain of Mexico’s 32 states.
“And the nation itself is focused on improving satellite internet availability. Connectivity is a constitutional right in Mexico, and the President has made connectivity a national priority.”
UtilitySat is unique from the other three satellites on this mission because it is designed to adjust its orbital position and support a different mission than its original one at launch.
“UtilitySat is the world’s first multi-mission commercial GEO satellite, capable of conducting fully operational broadband connectivity missions in Ka, Ku, and Q/V bands,” Astranis wrote on its website. “A fully maneuverable satellite with onboard propulsion, UtilitySat will perform multiple such missions throughout its life on orbit — relocating or repointing each year, month, or day to serve urgent customer needs.”
The company said it plans to launch “a fleet of UtilitySat satellites in the coming years.”
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On April 26, 2021, SpaceX was forced to scrub the launch of its Falcon 9 rocket carrying Astranis’ MicroGEO satellites due to a mid-ignition issue. The launch was scheduled to take place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
The issue occurred during the final stages of the countdown, just seconds before the rocket was set to lift off. SpaceX engineers quickly identified the problem and decided to abort the launch for safety reasons.
This setback is a reminder of the complex nature of spaceflight and the importance of thorough testing and preparation. While delays are not uncommon in the aerospace industry, they are always disappointing for all involved.
SpaceX and Astranis are working together to resolve the issue and reschedule the launch as soon as possible. Both companies are committed to ensuring the success of this mission and the deployment of the MicroGEO satellites into orbit.
Stay tuned for updates on the new launch date and time, as we eagerly await the successful liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket and the deployment of Astranis’ cutting-edge satellites.
The launch window for 22 internet communication system satellites is between 5:48 p.m. and 9:31 p.m. PST. on Saturday, Dec. 28, from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
If needed, additional launch opportunities are available beginning at 5:12 p.m. PST on Sunday, Dec. 29.
With the launch just after sunset, there’s a better chance to look skyward and view the “twilight phenomena,” which resemble clouds of gas called nebulae deep in space.
As chemicals from the rocket’s exhaust freeze and drift like clouds through the atmosphere, the sun’s rays also shine through them. The light is then refracted through the frozen chemicals at different wavelengths, creating spectacular displays of color.
Where can you see the Space X launch?
Launches from Vandenberg, outside Lompoc, and the spiraling exhaust trails they leave behind are often visible across Southern California. Loud booms from Falcon 9’s reusable first stage can rattle local windows as the stage angles for a landing on an autonomous barge off the California coast.
Residents in Ventura County, the High Desert, and Coachella Valley should look to the west to view the launch and the colorful display.
A live webcast of the SpaceX mission will begin about five minutes before liftoff, which can be viewed on X @SpaceX or spacex.com.
The launch is the 16th flight for the first stage booster supporting this mission, which previously launched SARah-2, Transporter-11, SDA-0A, and 12 Starlink missions.
Following stage separation, the first stage will land on the “Of Course I Still Love You” drone ship, which will be stationed in the Pacific Ocean.
Busy launch year for Space X
On Dec. 24, Digital Trends reported that SpaceX had its busiest year yet for rocket launches, with the spaceflight company led by Elon Musk conducting 129 Falcon 9 launches, two Falcon Heavy launches, and three Starship launches.
The Falcon rocket flights primarily involved deployments of satellites for Starlink, SpaceX’s internet-from-space service. But there were also more than 20 launches for a range of commercial customers, up from 12 in 2023.
Launches involving government contracts, meanwhile, ticked up to around 18 for the year, Digital Trends reported.
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SpaceX officials believe 2025 will be even busier, aiming to serve more customers than ever.
SpaceX is also aiming to ramp up testing of its mighty Starship rocket, with as many as 25 launches planned to take place next year, according to Digital Trends.
To date, the rocket has only flown six times, with the first one launching in April 2023. SpaceX already has permission for the Starship’s seventh test flight, which some reports suggest could take place in early January.
The Starship rocket is reported to create a record 17 million pounds of thrust as it leaves the ground.
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SpaceX operates from many pads, including Florida-based SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and historic LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center.
Additionally, from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, usually for polar launches. Another launch site is at Boca Chica, Texas.
Exciting news for all space enthusiasts! The final California SpaceX Starlink launch of 2024 is scheduled to take place this Saturday night. This launch will mark a significant milestone for the Starlink project, which aims to provide high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world.
The launch is set to take place at the SpaceX launch facility in California, with liftoff scheduled for Saturday night. Spectators in the area will have the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring sight of the Falcon 9 rocket as it propels the Starlink satellites into orbit.
The Starlink project has already made great strides in expanding internet access to rural and underserved communities, and this final launch of 2024 is sure to bring us one step closer to achieving that goal.
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UPDATE (Saturday, 5:18 p.m.) — SpaceX has pushed back the launch time of the Falcon 9 rocket to 5:58 p.m.
(Friday, 12:22 p.m.) — SpaceX is gearing up for what could be its final launch this year from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
The company is targeting Saturday at 5:48 p.m. for the Falcon 9 launch carrying 22 Starlink satellites to low-earth orbit.
If the launch does not go at that time, backup opportunities are available until 9:31 p.m. and again starting at 5:12 p.m. on Sunday.
Following stage separation, the first-stage booster is expected to land on the Of Course I Still Love You droneship in the Pacific Ocean. No sonic boom is expected to be heard locally.
The booster has been used 15 previous times.
A live webcast of this mission will begin on X about five minutes before liftoff.
The launch would mark the 46th Falcon 9 launch this year from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The base has also conducted Firefly Alpha launch, one Minotaur IV launch, and three Minuteman III test launches this year.
SpaceX has announced that they are targeting Saturday for their 46th launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base. This upcoming launch will see the Falcon 9 rocket deploy a payload of satellites into orbit, further expanding SpaceX’s Starlink constellation.
The launch window is currently set for Saturday, with a specific time to be determined based on weather conditions and technical readiness. This mission marks yet another milestone for SpaceX as they continue to revolutionize the space industry with their reusable rocket technology.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting launch as SpaceX prepares to make history once again.
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File: A Falcon 9 rocket stands ready to launch a Starlink mission. Image: SpaceX
Update 8:18 p.m. EST (0118 UTC): SpaceX pushed back the launch time of the mission.
SpaceX is preparing for its final three Falcon 9 launches before the end of year, which will begin with a Starlink mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
The Starlink 11-3 mission will add another 22 V2 Mini satellites to the megaconstellation in low Earth orbit. Liftoff from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) is set for 5:58 p.m. PST (8:58 p.m. EST, 0158 UTC).
Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about 30 minutes prior to liftoff.
The Falcon 9 first stage booster supporting this mission, tail number B1075 in the SpaceX fleet, will launch for a 16th time. It previously supported the launches of Transporter-11, SARah-2 and 12 Starlink missions.
A little more than eight minutes after liftoff, B1075 will touchdown on the droneship, ‘Of Course I Still Love You,’ which is positioned in the Pacific Ocean. If successful, it will be the 115th booster landing on OCISLY and the 388th booster landing to date.
SpaceX has one more Starlink mission scheduled before closing out 2024. The Starlink 12-6 is positioned to launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida at midnight to begin Dec. 30, barring weather or technical delays.
In between these Starlink flights, SpaceX will make another attempt at launching the ‘Astranis: From One to Many’ from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The company had a pad abort during the Dec. 21 launch attempt, which prevented the launch.
Without any fanfare, or explanation on the root cause of the issue, SpaceX decided to switch the booster being used on the Astranis flight. It swapped out B1077 and brought up B1083 in its place.
Assuming all three launches can take place before New Year’s Day, SpaceX will close out 2024 with a total of 134 orbital launches using its Falcon family of rockets, which is 10 shy of the company’s goal set at the beginning of the year. Two of that total were Falcon Heavy flights with the rest being Falcon 9 launches.
In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Kiko Dontchev, SpaceX’s Vice President of Launch, noted that achieving these three will also mark “a record quarter for both Falcon and SpaceX.” The company is on track to complete 41 orbital launches this quarter.
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Exciting News: SpaceX to Launch 22 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9 Rocket from California!
SpaceX is gearing up for another milestone launch, as they prepare to send 22 Starlink satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from California. This launch is part of SpaceX’s ambitious Starlink project, which aims to provide high-speed internet access to underserved areas around the globe.
The Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, with a targeted launch window. The 22 Starlink satellites will join the growing constellation already in orbit, bringing us one step closer to a more connected world.
Stay tuned for updates on this exciting launch, as SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of space exploration and technology. #SpaceX #Starlink #Falcon9 #SpaceflightNow
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SpaceX is planning two rocket launches in the next 12 hours, one from California and the other from Florida.
The first launch is a Falcon 9 rocket launching Saturday, Dec. 28, from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 5:48 p.m. PST (8:48 EST, 0148 GMT). You can watch the launch on SpaceX’s X account and mission page starting about 15 minutes before liftoff.
This mission, called Starlink 11-3, will launch 22 new Starlink internet satellites into orbit for SpaceX’s growing megaconstellation. It will be the 16th flight for the Falcon 9 first stage on the mission, with SpaceX hoping to recover the stage by landing it on the drone ship Of Course I Still Love You shortly after launch. Previous missions include 12 Starlnk launches, a Transporter-11 rideshare flightthe SARah-2 and SDA-0A satellite missions.
The second launch by SpaceX will actually launch on Sunday, Dec. 29, but the liftoff time is at 12 a.m. EST (0500 GMT), a midnight launch for the flight. You can watch the launch on SpaceX’s X account and mission page starting about 15 minutes before liftoff.
This mission is called the “Astranis: From One to Many” and will launch four small “MicroGEO” communications satellites to provide connectivity on Earth for a variety of customers. Two satellites will provide in-flight connectivity for clients of Colorado-based Anuvu, one will serve a customer in the Philippines, and Astranis will use the fourth satellite as a so-called “UtilitySat for different clients.
That’s it for the rocket launches scheduled for today.
NOTE: SpaceX is also planning to launch another 21 Starlink satellites, this time from Florida, on Monday, Dec. 30, at 12 a.m. EST, so we’ll have an update on that one tomorrow. ALSO: An Indian Space Research Organisation Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle is scheduled to launch the new SpaDeX to test autonomous rendezvous and docking technology. It is also carrying 24 other science payloads for ISRO, universities and companies aboard its Poem-4 module. ISRO’s SpaDeX is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 30, at 11:28 a.m. EST (9:58 p.m. IST, 1628 GMT).
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Earlier this week, Apple released iOS 18.2 into the world with a new built-in ChatGPT integration. Not long after, ChatGPT and other OpenAI services went down in a major outage. Were the two incidents related? Here’s the official answer from OpenAI.
OpenAI explanation rules out a direct iOS 18.2 cause
OpenAI has published a post-mortem on the December 11 outage that plagued its services with over four hours of downtime.
The issue stemmed from a new telemetry service deployment that unintentionally overwhelmed the Kubernetes control plane, causing cascading failures across critical systems…This event was the result of an internal change to roll out new telemetry across our fleet and was not caused by a security incident or a recent launch.
The piece notes that ChatGPT and the company’s other products started to degrade at 3:16 PM—about two hours after iOS 18.2 released.
This close timing is extremely coincidental, which is what led many to wonder if the impact of the new iOS rollout had unexpectedly overwhelmed OpenAI’s servers.
Officially though, OpenAI says no. The cause was a new monitoring tool rollout that essentially was misconfigured and unintentionally taxed the system.
Unanswered question with the OpenAI outage
What I’m curious about, though, which the post-mortem doesn’t directly address, is why the new telemetry service was being deployed in the first place.
Did it relate to iOS 18.2’s launch?
We don’t know for sure, and OpenAI’s outage explanation doesn’t address the question.
But even if the deployment was related to iOS 18.2, the outage still wouldn’t technically have been the fault of Apple’s software launch.
Instead, it was a monitoring tool gone awry. Just with very unfortunate timing, it would seem.
What do you think of OpenAI’s outage explanation? Let us know in the comments.
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On February 28th, Apple released the highly anticipated iOS 18.2 update, bringing a slew of new features and improvements to iPhone users worldwide. However, shortly after the update went live, many ChatGPT users experienced an unexpected outage, leading to speculation that the two events were somehow connected.
Despite the timing coincidence, ChatGPT’s parent company quickly issued a statement clarifying that the outage was not caused by the iOS 18.2 update. Instead, they attributed the issue to a routine server maintenance gone awry, which temporarily disrupted service for some users.
While it’s understandable that users may have initially linked the two events, it’s important to remember that technology glitches can happen independently of software updates. So, for those who were quick to blame iOS 18.2 for the ChatGPT outage, it seems that the update can be cleared of any wrongdoing… for now.
