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Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2)

SUCCESSFeb 20, 2024 at 20:11 UTCFalcon 9 →
PADSpace Launch Complex 40
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →
ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications

HTS-113BT is a new High Throughput Satellite telecommunications satellite in C-band/Ku-Band for PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia (Telkomsat) , a state-owned digital telecommunication company in Indonesia, for its orbital position at 113° East.

Built on Thales Alenia Space’s historical Spacebus 4000B2 platform, HTS 113BT will provide more than 32 Gbps capacity over Indonesia. The satellite will weigh about 4 metric tons at launch and will be delivered early 2024 for a 15-year expected lifetime.

VEHICLE
Falcon 9
AGENCY
SpaceX
MISSION
HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2)
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: ffd29f94-06b4-49f7-b5f9-b21a928e6eaa
Reported date: Feb 20, 2024 at 20:11 UTC
Last synced: 13 minutes ago
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#17THIS FLIGHT
33TOTAL FLIGHTS
33/33LANDINGS
43dTURNAROUND
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ASDSJust Read the Instructions SUCCESS
First flight: Jun 3, 2021Previous flight: Jan 7, 2024
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
564
SUCCESSES
563
SUCCESS RATE
99.8%

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.

When is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) is scheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:11 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2)?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 564 times with a 99.8% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) going to?
The HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2)?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 Block 5 | HTS-113BT (Merah Putih 2) 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.
Mar 27, 2026 23:09 UTC
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Mar 27, 2026 23:09 UTC
Launch date set: Feb 20, 2024 at 20:11 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Mar 27, 2026 23:09 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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