SPACEX

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73

SUCCESSApr 14, 2025 at 04:00 UTCFalcon 9 →
PADSpace Launch Complex 40
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →
ORBITLow Earth Orbit
TYPECommunications
PROGRAMStarlink

A batch of 27 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system.

VEHICLE
Falcon 9
AGENCY
SpaceX
MISSION
Starlink Group 6-73
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
PROGRAM
Starlink
COUNTRY
USA
CONFIRMED
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: af19169f-5738-42b4-be80-bd583293c58f
Reported date: Apr 14, 2025 at 04:00 UTC
Last synced: 10 hours ago
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#27THIS FLIGHT
33TOTAL FLIGHTS
33/33LANDINGS
57dTURNAROUND
FLIGHT-PROVEN BOOSTER
ASDSJust Read the Instructions SUCCESS
First flight: Jun 3, 2021Previous flight: Feb 15, 2025
Starlink v2 Mini
Broadband Internet
SpaceXOPERATOR
LEO · 530 kmORBIT
800 kgMASS
91TOTAL LAUNCHES
LIVE TRACKING AVAILABLE
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
563
SUCCESSES
562
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 6-73 launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73 is scheduled for Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00 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 6-73?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73 mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 563 times with a 99.8% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is Starlink Group 6-73 going to?
The Starlink Group 6-73 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Starlink Group 6-73?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73 is operated by SpaceX. It is part of the Starlink program.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-73 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 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 14, 2025 at 04:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Mar 25, 2026 00:36 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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Last data sync: 10 hours ago
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Launch ID: af19169f-5738-42b4-be80-bd583293c58f
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Pad weather at 28.56, -80.58
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