SpaceX launches 3rd batch of 60 Starlink Satellites [Live: 27.01.2020, 14:49 UTC] + Fireworks Recap

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Fireworks

SpaceX successfully completed their In-Flight Abort Test.

Scott Manley has a great summary of the test with additional footage and analysis: Youtube.

During the post launch press conference it was suggested that the first manned flight on a Dragon 2 to the ISS could happen in Q2. It depends on a few parachute system tests that SpaceX still has to complete and if NASA only wants to send the astronauts for a short visit or a longer stay on orbit.


Starlink

SpaceX is launching 60 additional Satellites for their own Starlink Constellation.

The booster is a Block 5 on its 3rd flight and will land on a drone ship.

The mission to low earth orbit will launch from SLC 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.

SpaceX will attempt to capture one fairing half out of the air and another out of the ocean.

Cargo:

  • Payload mass is approximately 15,6 tonnes
  • 60 Starlink Satellites

Launch window opens at 14:49 UTC (January 27th 2020).

Check your local time at: www.timeanddate.com


Where to watch:

15 minutes before launch:


Background information about previous SpaceX launches: Wikipedia

Why SpaceX is Making Starlink - Real Engineering: Youtube

Try to spot Starlink Satellites: satflare.com


Earlier coverage of Starlink:

Starlink 2 [07.01.20]

Starlink 1 [11.11.19]

Starlink Demo [24.05.19]


Useful links to stay up to date on launches:

Spaceflightnow.com: Launch Schedule

Everyday Astronaut: Prelaunch Previews

Space News:

NASA Spaceflight nasaspacefight.com


Be aware, this is rocket surgery.

Small disturbances can lead to postponed launches. Making sure everything is just right is way cheaper than risking big fireworks.


@remind-me on 27th January 2020 14:00

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