SPACEX
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8)
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Aug 16, 2026 at 01:12 UTC
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MISSION OVERVIEW
The Globalstar global mobile communications network offers global, digital real time voice, data and fax services via its Low Earth Orbit satellite constellation. The constellation operates in a 1410 km orbit inclined at 52 degrees.
In early 2022, Globalstar contracted with MDA for the construction of 17 new 2nd generation refresh satellites to replenish the existing constellation. Rocket Lab is sub-contracted to build the satellites’ buses and the launch dispensers.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXMISSION
Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8)
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 40LAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: be8b4b0d-1989-48a5-a96d-e8e4d59ed8b3
Reported date: Aug 16, 2026 at 01:12 UTC
Last synced: 9 minutes ago
SPACEX API
Cross-referenced with community SpaceX data
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
SCHEDULE & STATUS HISTORY
STATUS CHANGEAug 16, 2026 at 02:21 UTC
IN FLIGHT → SUCCESS
Source: Launch Library 2
STATUS CHANGEAug 16, 2026 at 01:13 UTC
GO → IN FLIGHT
Source: Launch Library 2
STATUS CHANGEAug 7, 2026 at 17:33 UTC
TBC → GO
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(0.2 hrs)
Aug 3, 2026 at 14:58 UTCAug 16, 2026 01:02 → Aug 16, 2026 01:12 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
STATUS CHANGEAug 3, 2026 at 14:18 UTC
TBD → TBC
Source: Launch Library 2
MOVED UP(15 days)
Aug 3, 2026 at 14:18 UTCAug 31, 2026 00:00 → Aug 16, 2026 01:02 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(31 days)
Jul 16, 2026 at 21:13 UTCJul 31, 2026 00:00 → Aug 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(31 days)
Jun 22, 2026 at 22:28 UTCJun 30, 2026 00:00 → Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
+ 12 earlier changes
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BOOSTER — B1090 →
#14THIS FLIGHT
14TOTAL FLIGHTS
14/14LANDINGS
41dTURNAROUND
FLIGHT-PROVEN BOOSTER
RTLS — Landing Zone 40 SUCCESS
First flight: Dec 17, 2024Previous flight: Jul 5, 2026
VEHICLE — Falcon 9 →
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
622
SUCCESSES
620
SUCCESS RATE
99.7%
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.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) is scheduled for Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 1:12 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8)?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 622 times with a 99.7% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) going to?
The Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8)?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Aug 16, 2026 02:21 UTC
Status changed: IN FLIGHT u2192 SUCCESS
Launch completed successfully (via Launch Library 2)
Aug 16, 2026 02:21 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Aug 16, 2026 01:13 UTC
Status changed: GO u2192 IN FLIGHT
Launch IN FLIGHT (via Launch Library 2)
Aug 7, 2026 17:33 UTC
Status changed: TBC u2192 GO
Launch GO for launch (via Launch Library 2)
Aug 3, 2026 14:58 UTC
Launch delayed by 0.2 hours
Aug 16, 2026 01:02 UTC u2192 Aug 16, 2026 01:12 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Aug 3, 2026 14:18 UTC
Launch moved up by 15 days
Aug 31, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Aug 16, 2026 01:02 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Aug 3, 2026 14:18 UTC
Status changed: TBD u2192 TBC
Launch TBC (via Launch Library 2)
Jul 16, 2026 21:13 UTC
Launch delayed by 31 days
Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Aug 31, 2026 00:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Jun 22, 2026 22:28 UTC
Launch delayed by 31 days
Jun 30, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Jun 15, 2026 22:18 UTC
Launch delayed by 9.7 days
Jun 20, 2026 06:39 UTC u2192 Jun 30, 2026 00:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Jun 15, 2026 22:18 UTC
Status changed: TBC u2192 TBD
Launch date/time TBD (via Launch Library 2)
Jun 8, 2026 16:02 UTC
Launch moved up by 9.7 days
Jun 30, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Jun 20, 2026 06:39 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Jun 8, 2026 16:02 UTC
Status changed: TBD u2192 TBC
Launch TBC (via Launch Library 2)
May 17, 2026 20:28 UTC
Launch delayed by 30 days
May 31, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 Jun 30, 2026 00:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 16, 2026 04:13 UTC
Launch delayed by 10.5 days
May 20, 2026 12:04 UTC u2192 May 31, 2026 00:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 16, 2026 04:13 UTC
Status changed: GO u2192 TBD
Launch date/time TBD (via Launch Library 2)
May 14, 2026 16:28 UTC
Launch delayed by 0.2 hours
May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC u2192 May 20, 2026 12:04 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 14, 2026 03:03 UTC
Launch delayed by 47.3 hours
May 18, 2026 12:35 UTC u2192 May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 12, 2026 22:28 UTC
Launch delayed by 23.8 hours
May 17, 2026 12:50 UTC u2192 May 18, 2026 12:35 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 8, 2026 22:28 UTC
Launch moved up by 13.5 days
May 31, 2026 00:00 UTC u2192 May 17, 2026 12:50 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
May 8, 2026 22:28 UTC
Status changed: TBD u2192 GO
Launch GO for launch (via Launch Library 2)
May 8, 2026 10:58 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
May 8, 2026 10:58 UTC
Launch date set: Aug 16, 2026 at 01:12 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 9 minutes ago
●Launch Library 29 minutes ago
Launch ID: be8b4b0d-1989-48a5-a96d-e8e4d59ed8b3
●Open-Meteo Weather1 week ago
Pad weather at 28.56, -80.58
Mission Profile
Globalstar 2-R Mission 1 (x 8) was a Falcon 9 Block 5 mission operated by SpaceX that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on August 16, 2026. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Low Earth Orbit. The first stage, booster B1090, made its 14th flight, returning to service just 41 days after its previous mission. The launch was a success.