SpaceX SpainSat NG I Falcon 9 Block 5
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Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 95% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch. Officials are monitoring weather conditions with concerns related to Thick Cloud Layers Rule.
Rocket Launch Trajectory & Flight Path
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Rocket Launch Timeline
Track every phase of the rocket launch with our detailed mission timeline. From T-minus countdown events and pre-launch preparations through liftoff, stage separation, and orbital insertion, follow each critical milestone in real-time. Our comprehensive launch sequence timeline includes payload integration, propellant loading, engine ignition, and post-launch telemetry tracking.
| Time | Event |
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| T- 00 : 38 : 00 | GO for Prop Load Launch director verifies go for propellant load |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Prop Load Start of propelland loading |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Stage 1 LOX Load Start of liquid oxygen loading in the first stage |
| T- 00 : 16 : 00 | Stage 2 LOX Load Start of liquid oxygen loading in the second stage |
| T- 00 : 07 : 00 | Engine Chill Start of engine chilling |
| T- 00 : 01 : 00 | Startup The onboard computer takes control over the countdown and runs last checks |
| T- 00 : 01 : 00 | Tank Press Fuel tanks are pressurized to flight levels |
| T- 00 : 00 : 45 | GO for Launch Launch director verifies go for launch |
| T- 00 : 00 : 03 | Ignition Start of the engine ignition sequence |
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 01 : 17 | Max-Q Maximum dynamic pressure |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 40 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 43 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 50 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 37 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 00 | SECO-1 First cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 26 : 37 | SES-2 Second start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 27 : 43 | SECO-2 Second cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 31 : 24 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
About the SpainSat NG I Mission
| Type | Communications |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Geostationary Transfer Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $52,000,000 |
First of two new-generation satellites built by Airbus to provide secure communications to the Spanish government, its allies, and various international organizations.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 39A
Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA
| Launches | 222 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 221 |
| Total Launches | 281 |
The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 Rocket
Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability.
| Length | 70.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.7 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 549.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 7,607.0 kN |
| Apogee | 200.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 22,800 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 8,300 kg |
| Launch Cost | $52,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 5/11/2018 |
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core B1073
| Serial Number | B1073 |
|---|---|
| Last Flight | 01/30/2025 |
| Successful Landings | 20 |
Notable missions include SES-22, Hakuto-R and CRS-27. Expended during the SPAINSAT-NG I launch. The Falcon 9 booster B1073 was expended during this mission.
Atlantic Ocean - ATL
Atlantic Ocean
Expended - EXP
Vehicle did not perform any landing operations after launch
Track the booster recovery and droneship return to port (opens in a new tab)
About SpaceX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp., known as SpaceX, is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. It was founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX operates from many pads, on the East Coast of the US they operate from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and historic LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center. They also operate from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, usually for polar launches. Another launch site is being developed at Boca Chica, Texas.
| Total Launches | 684 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 669 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 125 |
| Consecutive Success | 169 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch video?
You can watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I mission launch from?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA. The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
What rocket was used for the SpainSat NG I mission?
The SpainSat NG I mission launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
Did the SpaceX Falcon 9 booster for SpainSat NG I attempt a landing?
Yes, the Falcon 9 first stage booster attempted a Expended at a designated landing zone. Booster recovery allows SpaceX to reuse rocket components, significantly reducing launch costs. Learn more about the landing details.
What weather conditions could have delayed the SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the SpaceX Falcon 9 SpainSat NG I launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest SpaceX Falcon 9 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the SpainSat NG I mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official SpaceX live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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Launch success
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Liftoff, S1 sep, fairing sep, SECO-1, SEI-2, SECO-2, payload deploy
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Unofficial Re-stream by SPACE AFFAIRS has started
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GO for launch.
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Updated launch weather.
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Delayed to NET January 30 UTC due to delays with rocket 2nd stage delivery.
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Tweaked launch window per marine navigation warnings.
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Tweaked T-0.
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Assigning launch pad.
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NET January 28 EST/29 UTC.
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NET 28th January (UTC)
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NET late January 2025.
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NET December 2024.
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NET late November.
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NET Q4 2024.
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NET September 2024.
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NET summer 2024.
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Adding launch NET 2024