MISSION NAME
Starlink Group 4-16 16
Status
Success
DATE
29 APR 2022
LAUNCH PROVIDER
SpaceX
Launch Pad
Space Launch Complex 40
Description
A batch of 53 satellites for Starlink mega-constellation - SpaceX's project for space-based Internet communication system.
Falcon 9 Block 5
Rocket Description
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.