SPACEX

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36

GOApr 28, 2026 at 11:00 UTCFalcon 9 →
T-MINUS
PADSpace Launch Complex 4E
SITEVandenberg SFB, CA, USA →
ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPECommunications
PROGRAMStarlink
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A batch of 25 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system.

VEHICLE
Falcon 9
AGENCY
SpaceX
MISSION
Starlink Group 17-36
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
PROGRAM
Starlink
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
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API ID: 6bfe08b4-a35d-4297-8de7-dec0eb678eb6
Reported date: Apr 28, 2026 at 11:00 UTC
Last synced: 13 hours ago
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#33THIS FLIGHT
32TOTAL FLIGHTS
32/32LANDINGS
45dTURNAROUND
FLIGHT-PROVEN BOOSTER
ASDSOf Course I Still Love You PLANNED
First flight: Feb 2, 2022Previous flight: Mar 13, 2026
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
572
SUCCESSES
571
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 | Starlink Group 17-36 launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 17-36 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: GO.
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 572 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.
Apr 14, 2026 21:48 UTC
Launch status set to GO for launch
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Apr 14, 2026 21:33 UTC
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Apr 14, 2026 21:33 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 28, 2026 at 11:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Last data sync: 13 hours ago
Launch Library 213 hours ago
Launch ID: 6bfe08b4-a35d-4297-8de7-dec0eb678eb6
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