File: A Falcon 9 stands ready for the Starlink 8-10 mission at Cape Canaveral’s Space Launch Complex 40. Image: Michael Cain/Spaceflight Now.
Update 1:30 a.m. EST (0630 UTC): SpaceX has delayed the launch to Tuesday.
SpaceX is preparing for its second Starlink launch of the month, this one from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
The Starlink 12-3 mission on a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) will be SpaceX’s 230th orbital launch from that pad. Liftoff is scheduled for 3:37 a.m. EST (0837 UTC) on Tuesday.
Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about hour prior to liftoff.
SpaceX will use the Falcon 9 first stage booster 1069 on this mission, which will launch for a 21st time. It was previously used on missions like CRS-24, Eutelsat Hotbird-F1 and 16 Starlink flights.
A little more than eight minutes after liftoff, B1069 will target a landing on the SpaceX droneship, ‘Just Read the Instructions.’ If successful, it will be the 108th booster landing on JRTI and the 404th landing to date.
Onboard the rocket are 21 Starlink satellites, of which 13 have Direct to Cell capabilities.
SpaceX is gearing up for another exciting launch as they prepare to send 21 Starlink satellites into orbit on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. This mission is set to further expand SpaceX’s constellation of internet-beaming satellites, bringing high-speed internet access to even more remote areas around the globe.
The Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to lift off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station during a launch window that opens at 9:17 a.m. EST. Once in orbit, the 21 Starlink satellites will join the hundreds already in operation, working to provide reliable internet coverage to underserved communities.
This launch marks another milestone for SpaceX as they continue to revolutionize the way we connect to the internet from anywhere on Earth. Stay tuned for updates on the launch and the deployment of the Starlink satellites as SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of space exploration and technology.
Editor’s note: This article was updated to reflect the launch of Falcon 9 and successful deployment of the mission payload Jan. 29, at 9:05 p.m. ET (0205 GMT Jan. 30).
SpaceX has launched the next-generation Spanish communications satellite Wednesday night (Jan. 29), soaring the spacecraft into a geostationary transfer orbit.
The Falcon 9 rocket carrying SpainSat Next Generation 1 (SpainSat NG-1), a communications satellite for the European Space Agency (ESA) and Hisdesat communications, lifted off from Pad 39A of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, in Florida at 8:34 p.m. EST (0134 GMT on Jan. 30).
The launch is SpaceX’s 13th so far for 2025, and served as the swan song for Falcon 9 first stage booster B1073.
SpainSat NG 1, a European Space Agency (ESA) and Hisdesat secure communications satellite, is seen being prepared for its launch into Earth orbit. (Image credit: Airbus SAS)
This was the 21st and final flight for the B1073 booster, which previously launched a commercial Japanese moon lander (HAKUTO M1) and a resupply mission to the International Space Station (CRS-27) among its other flights. The stage was not recovered due to the performance needs of this SpainSat NG-1 mission, SpaceX wrote in a mission overview.
While Spain-based Hisdesat has led the satellite’s development, ESA created its advanced communications capabilities, including antenna technology that enables faster data transmission, better security and the ability to precisely direct communication beams where needed.
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“SpainSat NG represents the next generation of secure satellite communications in Europe. This launch marks a key milestone in providing more adaptable and secure communications services that will benefit governmental users across Europe and beyond,” said Laurent Jaffart, ESA’s Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications, in a statement.
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The Falcon 9’s upper stage hauled the SpainSat NG-1 satellite to a geosynchronous transfer orbit, where it was deployed 31.5 minutes after liftoff. The satellite will then propel itself to its final position 22,236 miles (35,786 km) above Earth. “With that successful deploy of Spainsat NG-1, it begins its journey to its final destination,” said SpaceX’s John Inspruker, signing off from the company’s coverage of the launch.
On June 6, 2022, SpaceX successfully launched the next-generation SpainSat NG 1 satellite into orbit using its Falcon 9 rocket. The satellite, built by Spanish aerospace company Airbus Defence and Space, is designed to provide secure and reliable communications for the Spanish Ministry of Defence and other government agencies.
The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying the SpainSat NG 1 satellite into orbit. After a successful launch, the rocket’s first stage successfully landed on SpaceX’s drone ship “Of Course I Still Love You” in the Atlantic Ocean.
The SpainSat NG 1 satellite is equipped with advanced technology, including a high-capacity X-band payload for secure communications and a Ka-band payload for broadband services. It will provide coverage over Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, enhancing Spain’s military communications capabilities and supporting national security efforts.
This successful launch marks another milestone for SpaceX and its commitment to revolutionizing space technology. The company continues to demonstrate its ability to deliver reliable and cost-effective access to space for a variety of customers, including government agencies and commercial entities. Congratulations to SpaceX and Airbus Defence and Space on the successful deployment of the SpainSat NG 1 satellite into orbit.
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A artist’s rendering of the SpainSat New Generation 1 satellite. Graphic: Airbus Defense and Space
SpaceX is preparing to launch a secure communications satellite on behalf of Hisdesat, a Spanish communications company.
The SpainSat New Generation 1 (SNG 1) satellite is supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) and manufactured by Airbus Defense and Space. Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center is scheduled for 8:34 p.m. EST (0134 UTC), the opening of a two-hour window.
Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about an hour prior to launch.
The 45th Weather Squadron forecast pretty idiic conditions for liftoff on Wednesday night, forecasting a 95 percent chance of acceptable weather with just thick clouds presenting a possible obstruction.
“Overall, launch weather conditions look favorable as ridging aloft and an area of high pressure at the surface move over the Florida peninsula [Wednesday],” launch weather officers wrote. “The only watch item is jet-induced cirrostratus clouds streaming into the area, which introduces a small risk of a Thick Cloud Layers Rule violation if the bases are low enough.”
The mission will be the 430th Falcon 9 launch to date. SpaceX said because the SNG 1 satellite requires “additional performance” from the Falcon 9 rocket to send it to a geosynchronous transfer orbit, it will not recover the first stage booster, tail number B1073.
Because of this, the booster will not have either grid fins for recovery steering and stability or landing legs. The last time SpaceX flew an expendable Falcon 9 rocket was on Oct. 7, 2024, when it launched the Hera spacecraft for ESA to begin its journey to the Didymos binary asteroid system.
The SNG 1 mission will be the 21st flight of B1073. SpaceX previously used it to launch ispace’s Hakuto-R Mission1, CRS-27 and 13 Starlink missions.
Expending B1073 still leaves SpaceX with 17 flight proven boosters in its lineup. B1067 is its most flown booster having completed 25 missions to date as the company works to certify its boosters for up to 40 flights each.
A rendering of the SpainSat New Generation 1 satellite mission. Graphic: SpaceX
Bolstering secure communications
The SNG 1 satellite is the first of two for the SpainSat NG Program and will operate in geostationary Earth orbit at the 30 degrees West position. SNG 2 will work in the 29 degrees East position when it launches.
Together, they are designed to provide “effective command and control in operations of the Armed Forces beyond the line of sight in two-thirds of the Earth,” according to Hisdesat. Their coverage area extends from the United States and South America to the Middle East and Europe and out to Singapore.
“SpainSat NG represents the next generation of secure satellite communications in Europe,” said Laurent Jaffart, ESA’s Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications, in a statement. “This launch marks a key milestone in providing more adaptable and secure communications services that will benefit governmental users across Europe and beyond.”
Each satellite weighs about 6.1 tonnes (~13,448 lbs.) and stands 7.2-meters-tall (23.6 ft.). They are built on Airbus’ Eurostar Neo satellite bus and passed a critical design review in December 2021.
Weighing 6.1 tonnes and standing 7.2 m tall, the new satellite carries special equipment that protects it from interference and ensures that communications remain private and secure. The satellite’s advanced antenna system can adjust its coverage in real time, optimising bandwidth allocation depending on user demand and environmental conditions. Image: Airbus SAS 2025
Designed for secure military communications, the satellites feature what Airbus calls “cutting-edge direct radiating array (DRA) system[, which] also incorporates advanced features such as the ability to switch between different coverage zones thousands of times per second, the capability to adapt the coverage zones to reduce unwelcomed signals and the ability to locate terrestrial emitters of known or unknown origin with high accuracy.”
The antennas come from a series of Spanish space industry partners and were coordinated through ESA’s Pacis 3 project. The include “reconfigurable transmit and receive X-band active antennas, and the deployable pallet with individually steerable Ka-band antennas,” according to Airbus.
“The X-band active antennas are the most challenging active antennas that have ever been developed in Europe, positioning Hisdesat and the Spanish space industry at the edge of the space technology in active antennas meaning higher competitiveness in the global market,” said Miguel Ángel García Primo, Hisdesat’s CEO.
The satellites are each designed to have a 15-year operating lifespan, barring technical issues.
At the heart of the spacecraft is the state-of-the-art transmit and receive active antenna system built by Airbus Defence and Space in Spain, which is a fundamental component of the satellites’ mission. Image: Airbus SAS 2025
SpaceX is gearing up for another exciting launch as they prepare to send the SpainSat New Generation 1 satellite into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch is scheduled to take place from the Kennedy Space Center, adding to SpaceX’s impressive track record of successful missions.
The SpainSat New Generation 1 satellite is a cutting-edge communication satellite that will provide essential services to Spain and its allies. This launch marks an important milestone in Spain’s space program and demonstrates the country’s commitment to advancing technology and innovation.
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket has proven to be a reliable and efficient vehicle for launching satellites into space. With its reusable design and impressive capabilities, the Falcon 9 has become a staple in the space industry and continues to push the boundaries of space exploration.
As we eagerly await the launch of the SpainSat New Generation 1 satellite, we can look forward to witnessing another successful mission by SpaceX and celebrating the continued advancements in space technology. Stay tuned for updates on the launch and join us in cheering on SpaceX as they reach for the stars once again.
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File: A Falcon 9 rocket stands in the launch position at Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station ahead of the planned liftoff of the Starlink 6-61 mission on Oct. 22, 2024. Image: Adam Bernstein/Spaceflight Now
Update 12:39 p.m. EST (1739 UTC): SpaceX updated the T-0 launch time.
SpaceX is preparing to send its latest batch of Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit Monday afternoon. Among the 21 V2 Mini satellites are 13 that feature Direct to Cell capabilities.
Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket on the Starlink 12-7 mission from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is set for 5:05 p.m. EST (2205 UTC).
Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about an hour prior to liftoff.
The 45th Weather Squadron forecast a pretty idyllic outlook for the launch window, predicting a 95 percent chance of favorable weather at liftoff. It cited “a small chance of a Cumulus Cloud Rule violation.”
The Falcon 9 first stage booster being used on this mission, tail number B1076 in the SpaceX fleet, will launch for a 20th time. It’s previous flights included CRS-26, Intelsat IS-40e and 10 Starlink missions.
A little more than eight minutes after liftoff, it will target a landing on the SpaceX droneship, ‘A Shortfall of Gravitas.’ If successful, it will be the 96th landing on ASOG and the 402nd booster landing to date.
SpaceX is hoping to start 2025 with a high launch tempo, even with its workhorse pad, Space Launch Complex 40, being out of the loop since Jan. 13. Starlink 12-7 will the company’s 12th launch of the month and it has as many as three more on the manifest before the end of January:
Jan. 29 – SpainSat NG-1
Jan. 30 – Starlink 12-3
Jan. 30 – Starlink 11-4
Comparing this to previous years, SpaceX launched 10 times in January 2024 and seven times in January 2023. Its most voluminous launch month last year was November, during which it launched 16 times.
All told, SpaceX launched 134 orbital missions in 2024, including two Falcon Heavy flights. According to a graph published in its 2024 Progress Report, SpaceX suggests it is aiming for somewhere between 160 and 180 launches in 2025 between its Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets. That would necessitate a launch rate of between about 13 to 15 launches per month throughout the year.
SpaceX is set to launch 21 Starlink satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The mission, scheduled for [date], will mark another milestone for the company’s ambitious Starlink project, which aims to provide global high-speed internet coverage.
The Falcon 9 rocket will lift off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 40, carrying the 21 Starlink satellites into orbit. This launch is part of SpaceX’s ongoing efforts to expand its constellation of internet-beaming satellites, which currently number over [number] in orbit.
The Starlink project has garnered significant attention for its potential to revolutionize internet access worldwide, particularly in remote and underserved areas. SpaceX has already begun beta testing its internet service in select locations, with plans to roll out commercial service in the near future.
The upcoming launch is just one of many planned missions for SpaceX as it continues to deploy Starlink satellites and work towards achieving global internet coverage. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting development in the world of space exploration!
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Launch Window: 2:21 PM - 6:21 PM
Launch Provider: SpaceX
Rocket Type: Falcon 9 | Block 5
Launch Pad: Space Launch Complex 40
Description: Global broadband communications
Landing: Droneship
SpaceX's Starlink is the constellation of networked satellites aimed to provide internet services to those who are not yet connected, and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe.
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink 12-7 Launch Successful!
SpaceX has done it again with another successful launch of their Falcon 9 rocket, this time carrying the Starlink 12-7 mission. The rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying a payload of 60 Starlink satellites into orbit.
The launch was initially scheduled for earlier in the week but was delayed due to weather conditions. However, on launch day, everything went smoothly, and the Falcon 9 rocket performed flawlessly, delivering the satellites to their intended orbit.
The Starlink program aims to provide high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world. With each successful launch, SpaceX gets one step closer to achieving their goal of global internet coverage.
Congratulations to SpaceX on another successful mission! We look forward to seeing the continued progress of the Starlink program and the impact it will have on connecting people worldwide.
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Many took to social media to share their photos and videos of the launch, with some capturing the moment the rocket soared high above the horizon. The sight was truly awe-inspiring, and served as a reminder of the incredible advancements in technology and space exploration that are happening right before our eyes.
It’s moments like these that remind us of the beauty and wonder of the universe, and the endless possibilities that lie beyond our own planet. We are fortunate to witness such events, and can only imagine what the future holds for space exploration.
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The Falcon 9’s first stage booster returned to Earth about eight minutes after liftoff, touching down in the Pacific Ocean on the drone ship “Of Course I Still Love You” to mark SpaceX’s 401st successful recovery of an orbital-class booster.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 first-stage booster lands on the drone ship “Of Course I Still Love You” after launching from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Jan. 24, 2025. (Image credit: SpaceX)
Today’s flight was the 23rd launch and landing for this particular booster, according to a SpaceX mission description. Fourteen of its 22 flights to date have been Starlink missions.
The Falcon 9’s upper stage, meanwhile, will carry the 23 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit, deploying them there about 64 minutes after liftoff.
Today’s launch marked the 11th Falcon 9 mission of 2025 and seventh Starlink mission of the year.
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Starlink is the biggest satellite constellation ever assembled, and it’s getting bigger all the time. The network currently consists of more than 6,900 operational spacecraft, according to astrophysicist and satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell.
Exciting News: SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites on 11th Falcon 9 rocket of 2025 (video)
SpaceX continues to revolutionize the way we connect to the internet with their latest successful launch of 23 Starlink satellites. This marks the 11th Falcon 9 rocket launch of the year, showcasing the company’s commitment to expanding their satellite internet network.
Watch the breathtaking video of the Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink satellites into orbit, as SpaceX once again pushes the boundaries of space technology.
With each successful launch, SpaceX gets one step closer to providing global internet coverage through their Starlink constellation. Stay tuned for more updates on this groundbreaking mission!
SpaceX plans to launch another batch of its Starlink internet satellites from California’s central coast today (Jan. 24).
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink craft is scheduled to lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base today, during a 3.5-hour window that opens at 9:07 a.m. EST (1407 GMT; 6:07 a.m. local time).
SpaceX will stream the action live via its X account, starting about five minutes before launch.
If all goes according to plan, the Falcon 9’s first stage will return to Earth about eight minutes after liftoff, touching down in the Pacific Ocean on the drone ship “Of Course I Still Love You.”
It will be the 23rd launch and landing for this particular booster, according to a SpaceX mission description. Fourteen of its 22 flights to date have been Starlink missions.
The Falcon 9’s upper stage, meanwhile, will carry the 23 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit, deploying them there about 64 minutes after liftoff.
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Today’s launch will be the 11th Falcon 9 mission of 2025 and seventh Starlink mission of the year.
Starlink is the biggest satellite constellation ever assembled, and it’s getting bigger all the time. The network currently consists of more than 6,900 operational spacecraft, according to astrophysicist and satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell.
Exciting News: SpaceX launching 23 Starlink satellites to orbit from California today!
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File: A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stands ready to launch the Starlink 7-14 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Image: SpaceX
SpaceX is preparing to launch its latest batch of Starlink satellites from California during a Falcon 9 flight Friday morning.
Liftoff of the Starlink 11-6 mission from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) is set for 6:07 a.m. PST (9:07 a.m. EST, 1407 UTC). If needed, there are backup opportunities lasting until 9:29 a.m. PST (12:29 p.m. EST, 1729 UTC).
Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about 30 minutes prior to liftoff.
SpaceX will use Falcon 9 booster 1063 on this mission, launching it for a 23rd time. It previously supported three missions for the National Reconnaissance Office, NASA’s DART mission and 14 previous Starlink flights.
A little more than eight minutes after liftoff, B1063 will target a landing on the SpaceX droneship, ‘Of Course I Still Love You.’ If successful, it will be the 118th booster landing on OCISLY and the 401st booster landing to date.
SpaceX to launch 23 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from California – Spaceflight Now
SpaceX is gearing up for another Starlink satellite launch, this time sending 23 of the internet-beaming spacecraft into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission is scheduled to lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, marking another milestone in the company’s ambitious plans to provide global internet coverage.
The launch, scheduled for [date], will see the Falcon 9 rocket carrying the 23 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit. Once deployed, these satellites will join the growing constellation already in orbit, bringing SpaceX one step closer to its goal of providing high-speed, low-latency internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world.
SpaceX has already launched hundreds of Starlink satellites over the past few years, with plans to eventually deploy thousands more to complete its global internet network. This latest mission demonstrates the company’s commitment to expanding its satellite internet service and bringing connectivity to more people, no matter where they are located.
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