The expansion of SpaceX’s Starlink network is set to continue with the upcoming launch of the Starlink 10-47 mission. Scheduled for May 29, 2026, the mission will deploy 29 Starlink V2 Mini Optimized satellites into low Earth orbit, contributing to a megaconstellation that now exceeds 10,000 satellites.
The launch will take place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with liftoff targeted for 7:48 a.m. EDT (1148 UTC). This event marks SpaceX’s 60th orbital flight of the year, which includes 59 missions using the Falcon 9 rocket and one mission utilizing the Falcon Heavy rocket.
Launch Conditions and Weather Forecast
As the launch date approaches, the 45th Weather Squadron has provided a favorable forecast, indicating an 85 percent chance of suitable weather during the launch window. However, meteorologists have noted a potential concern regarding cumulus clouds that could interfere with the launch. They stated, “The start of the window will still have a chance of showers forming in the Atlantic and moving onshore making the Cumulus Cloud Rule the primary concern of violation on launch day.”
Rocket Specifications and Flight Profile
The Falcon 9 rocket designated for this mission, first stage B1078, will be making its 28th flight. This booster has previously supported various missions, including NASA’s Crew-6 and multiple Starlink deployments. Approximately 8.5 minutes post-launch, B1078 is expected to land on the drone ship named ‘A Shortfall of Gravitas,’ located in the Atlantic Ocean off the South Carolina coast. This landing will mark the 151st for this vessel and the 614th booster landing overall for SpaceX.
Deployment Timeline
After liftoff, the second stage of the Falcon 9 will shut down eight minutes and 39 seconds into the flight, entering a coast phase. A brief second burn is planned for T+52 minutes. If all operations proceed as intended, the Starlink satellites will be deployed 61 minutes and 26 seconds after launch.
This mission is part of SpaceX’s broader strategy to enhance its internet service, particularly in regions such as Alaska and other polar areas, further solidifying its position in the satellite internet market.
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