MISSION OVERVIEW
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink internet satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base’s SLC-4E pad. The mission successfully deployed the satellites into low Earth orbit, continuing the expansion of SpaceX’s global broadband constellation. This launch utilized the West Coast launch site to add satellites to polar and sun-synchronous orbital planes.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXTARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
SLC-4ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg Space Force BaseLAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
UNKNOWN
SPACEX API
Cross-referenced with community SpaceX data
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 launch?
The Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 is scheduled for Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 5:20 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 Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17?
The Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket.
Where is the Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 launching from?
The launch takes place from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
What orbit is Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 going to?
The Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17?
The Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 | Starlink Group 6-17 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
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Launch date set: Sep 20, 2023 at 05:20 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Status: Success
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 9 hours ago
●SpaceX API9 hours ago
SpaceX mission data
