SPACEX
Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36
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Apr 30, 2026 at 02:42 UTC
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PADSpace Launch Complex 4E
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPECommunications
PROGRAMStarlink
MISSION OVERVIEW
A batch of 24 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXMISSION
Starlink Group 17-36
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 4ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USAPROGRAM
Starlink
COUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 6bfe08b4-a35d-4297-8de7-dec0eb678eb6
Reported date: Apr 30, 2026 at 02:42 UTC
Last synced: 20 minutes ago
SPACEX API
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IN FLIGHT reported by @NASASpaceflight
This launch date and time are confirmed by the launch provider. Countdown is active.
SCHEDULE & STATUS HISTORY
STATUS CHANGEApr 30, 2026 at 04:13 UTC
IN FLIGHT → SUCCESS
Source: Launch Library 2
STATUS CHANGEApr 30, 2026 at 02:47 UTC
GO → IN FLIGHT
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(0.1 hrs)
Apr 29, 2026 at 23:44 UTCApr 30, 2026 02:37 → Apr 30, 2026 02:42 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(0.6 hrs)
Apr 29, 2026 at 13:46 UTCApr 30, 2026 02:00 → Apr 30, 2026 02:37 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(24 hrs)
Apr 20, 2026 at 14:55 UTCApr 29, 2026 02:00 → Apr 30, 2026 02:00 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
MOVED UP(9 hrs)
Apr 19, 2026 at 02:55 UTCApr 29, 2026 11:00 → Apr 29, 2026 02:00 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
DELAYED(24 hrs)
Apr 15, 2026 at 22:34 UTCApr 28, 2026 11:00 → Apr 29, 2026 11:00 UTC
Source: Launch Library 2
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BOOSTER — B1093 →
#13THIS FLIGHT
13TOTAL FLIGHTS
13/13LANDINGS
30dTURNAROUND
FLIGHT-PROVEN BOOSTER
ASDS — Of Course I Still Love You SUCCESS
First flight: Apr 7, 2025Previous flight: Mar 30, 2026
VEHICLE — Falcon 9 →
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
585
SUCCESSES
584
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.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:42 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 Starlink Group 17-36?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 585 times with a 99.8% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is Starlink Group 17-36 going to?
The Starlink Group 17-36 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Starlink Group 17-36?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 is operated by SpaceX. It is part of the Starlink program.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 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
May 6, 2026 20:29 UTC
Launch completed successfully
Updated via Launch Library 2
Apr 30, 2026 04:13 UTC
Status changed: IN FLIGHT u2192 SUCCESS
Launch completed successfully (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 30, 2026 02:47 UTC
Status changed: GO u2192 IN FLIGHT
Launch IN FLIGHT (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 29, 2026 23:44 UTC
Launch delayed by 0.1 hours
Apr 30, 2026 02:37 UTC u2192 Apr 30, 2026 02:42 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 29, 2026 13:46 UTC
Launch delayed by 0.6 hours
Apr 30, 2026 02:00 UTC u2192 Apr 30, 2026 02:37 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 20, 2026 14:55 UTC
Launch delayed by 24 hours
Apr 29, 2026 02:00 UTC u2192 Apr 30, 2026 02:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 19, 2026 02:55 UTC
Launch moved up by 9 hours
Apr 29, 2026 11:00 UTC u2192 Apr 29, 2026 02:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 15, 2026 22:34 UTC
Launch delayed by 24 hours
Apr 28, 2026 11:00 UTC u2192 Apr 29, 2026 11:00 UTC (via Launch Library 2)
Apr 14, 2026 21:33 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Apr 14, 2026 21:33 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 30, 2026 at 02:42 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 20 minutes ago
IN FLIGHT reported by @NASASpaceflight on X
●Launch Library 220 minutes ago
Launch ID: 6bfe08b4-a35d-4297-8de7-dec0eb678eb6
●Open-Meteo Weather1 week ago
Pad weather at 34.63, -120.61
●X (Twitter) Search15 minutes ago
10 tweets (1 from official accounts)
RECENT FROM X
2 months ago
LAUNCH! SpaceX Falcon 9 B1093-13 launches Starlink Group 17-36 from SLC-4E, Vandenberg. https://t.co/Rvjy9L3QxV https://t.co/8X04Y9ccG0
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ud83dudea8ud83eudebc LAUNCH / JELLYFISH ALERT ud83eudebcud83dudea8nnMaxQ is tracking the upcoming @Starlink Group 17-36 mission from @SLDelta30 which is currently in a prime window to produce a twilight jellyfish effect during launch around T+3 minutesnnFollow along with the vide
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View on X →2 months ago
Watching conditions tonight for a possible jellyfish twilight effect for the @Starlink Group 17-36 launch from @SLDelta30 in California. nnSlipping into the window a little further would increases chances and provide a better show. However too far into the window and the chances
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View on X →2 months ago
MISSION REPLAY HIGHLIGHTS:nStarlink group 17-36 : VSFB SLC-4E : 29/30 April 2026 (02:42:50 UTC). SpaceX Starlink 383 launch and Falcon 9 first stage landing, 30 April 2026.. 4/29/2026nhttps://t.co/8JnZ3UQcjE
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WEATHER UPDATE:nStarlink group 17-36 : VSFB SLC-4E : 29/30 April 2026 (02:42:50 UTC). Upper-level high clouds, increasing fog in the later part of the launch window. Surface Winds WNW 13 mph. Upper level Winds 61-73 mph.. 4/29/2026 https://t.co/o9M8GabD0s
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Mission Profile
Starlink Group 17-36 was a Falcon 9 Block 5 mission operated by SpaceX that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA on April 30, 2026. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Low Earth Orbit. The first stage, booster B1093, made its 13th flight, returning to service just 30 days after its previous mission. This launch expanded SpaceX’s Starlink constellation, the low-Earth-orbit network that delivers broadband internet to users worldwide; each batch is identified by its orbital group (here, Starlink Group 17-36). The launch was a success.