SpaceX Launches First Dedicated Mid-Inclination Rideshare Mission
The Bandwagon-1 mission successfully delivers 11 satellites into orbit, showcasing SpaceX's expanding launch capabilities.
- SpaceX successfully launches 11-satellite Bandwagon rideshare mission, marking the first of its new dedicated mid-inclination orbit program.
- The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage achieved its 14th successful landing, underscoring SpaceX's commitment to reusability.
- The Bandwagon-1 mission carried a diverse payload including commercial and military satellites, enhancing global satellite coverage.
- SpaceX continues to dominate the launch schedule from the Space Coast, with 23 of 24 launches in 2024 being Falcon 9 rockets.
- The Space Coast is on track to surpass its 2023 launch record, potentially hosting up to 111 missions by the end of 2024.