SpaceX is targeting Tuesday evening for the launch of 29 Starlink satellites from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The launch window opens at 6:26 p.m. ET and remains active until 10:26 p.m. ET. This mission will use a Falcon 9 booster that has previously flown 10 times, including missions such as SES O3b mPOWER-E, Crew-10, and multiple Starlink launches. The booster will attempt its 11th flight before landing on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship in the Atlantic Ocean.
The mission marks another step in SpaceX’s efforts to expand Starlink’s global internet coverage. The satellites will be deployed into low-Earth orbit, where they will join thousands of others already in operation. This particular booster, which first launched in 2021, has a history of successful landings and re-flights. SpaceX officials have not released specific details about the payload or mission timeline beyond the launch window.
Local residents and space enthusiasts are expected to gather near the launch site, though viewing opportunities may be limited due to the late hour. The launch will be broadcast on Space Coast Daily TV, with updates available through the station’s website and social media. Weather conditions could affect the schedule, but SpaceX has not indicated any immediate concerns.
This will be the second Starlink mission from SLC-40 in 2026, following a successful launch in February. The site has been a frequent hub for SpaceX operations, hosting both Starlink and commercial satellite launches. The company’s reuse of rocket components continues to be a key factor in reducing costs and increasing launch frequency.