SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 – Starlink Group 10-17

Launch Time: 10:52 AM EDT

Mission & Payload Details

• Mission Type: Communications

• Orbit: Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

• Launch Cost: ~$52,000,000 

• Payload Description: A batch of Starlink V2-mini satellites, part of SpaceX’s second-generation high-speed satellite internet network. 

• Rocket & Configuration: Falcon 9 Block 5 — the variant optimized for rapid reuse and turnaround 

• Boosted Landing Attempt: The first stage will attempt recovery on an Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship (ASDS) in the Atlantic Ocean 

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 Visitor & Tourist Info

• Best Viewing Locations: Jetty Park, Playalinda Beach, Cocoa Beach Pier, Titusville riverfront

• Arrive Early: Midday launches still draw crowds; parking and viewing areas fill early

• Bring Essentials: Camera, binoculars, sunscreen, water, hat, folding chair

• Livestream Option: If you can’t attend in person, watch via SpaceX’s official webcast (on spacex.com/launches)

• Launch Time Subject to Change: Confirm closer to the date via FLspaceTourism or SpaceX resources

🔗 For additional details and live coverage, visit the SpaceX Launches page.

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