Starlink Group 6-46 Falcon 9 Block 5

Starlink Group 6-46 Heads to Space on SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5

Calling all space enthusiasts! Get ready for another SpaceX mission as the Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket launches Starlink Group 6-46 satellites. This mission is currently targeted for liftoff on Monday, March 25th, 2024, at 2:00 PM PDT from Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, USA.

Starlink: Building a Mega-Constellation

Starlink Group 6-46 is the latest addition to SpaceX’s ambitious Starlink project. This project aims to create a mega-constellation of internet-beaming satellites in low Earth orbit. These satellites will provide high-speed, low-latency internet access to users around the world, especially those in underserved areas.

Falcon 9 Block 5: A Workhorse Rocket

The Falcon 9 Block 5 is a two-stage, reusable launch vehicle designed by SpaceX for reliable and cost-effective spaceflight. This particular variant, the Block 5, is known for its reusability features, allowing SpaceX to recover the first stage for future missions.

Launch Trajectory and Landing

The Falcon 9 Block 5 will propel Starlink Group 6-46 satellites into their designated orbit after liftoff. Following launch, the first stage of the Falcon 9 is expected to return to Earth and attempt a landing on an Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship (ASDS) stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.

Following the Launch

Stay tuned to Space Launch Schedule for live updates, launch visualizations, and more information about the Falcon 9 Block 5 Starlink Group 6-46 mission. Our website offers comprehensive coverage of upcoming space launches, allowing you to keep track of the latest advancements in space exploration.

Key Details:

• Launch Date: March 25, 2024 (target)
• Launch Time: 2:00 PM PDT
• Launch Vehicle: Falcon 9 Block 5
• Launch Site: SLC-40, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, USA
• Payload: Starlink Group 6-46 satellites