SpaceX launches 700th Falcon rocket, carries final 3 O3b mPOWER satellites to orbit for SES

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1. 46m ago

   SpaceX hits 700 Falcon launches, completes O3b mPOWER satellite deployment

   SpaceX has launched its 700th Falcon rocket, carrying the final three O3b mPOWER satellites into orbit for SES. The Falcon 9 vehicle lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on September 13, 2026. This mission completed the O3b mPOWER-F deployment requirements. The first-stage booster landed safely on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.

   Why it matters

   The 700th Falcon launch milestone comes as SpaceX continues to expand its satellite internet constellation, Starlink. The company also secured a NASA crew expansion contract valued at $946 million. SES's O3b mPOWER satellites are designed to provide high-speed internet services.

   What is confirmed

   • SpaceX reached a milestone of 700 Falcon rocket flights on September 13, 2026.
   • The Falcon 9 vehicle lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
   • The first-stage booster landed safely on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.
   • This mission finished the O3b mPOWER-F deployment requirements.
   • SpaceX secured a NASA crew expansion contract valued at $946 million.

   What to watch next

   • Upcoming launches at Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
   • Progress on SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation
   Sources used for this update (2)

   1. spaceflightnow.com — SpaceX launches its first Falcon 9 rocket since Nasdaq debut
   2. www.orlandosentinel.com — Space Coast launch schedule: - Orlando Sentinel
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2. 2d ago

   SpaceX Completes 700th Falcon Flight With SES Satellites

   SpaceX reached a milestone of 700 Falcon rocket flights during a September 13, 2026 launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The Falcon 9 vehicle lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 to carry the final three O3b mPOWER satellites into orbit for operator SES. Following stage separation, the first-stage booster landed safely on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas. This mission finished the O3b mPOWER-F deployment requirements, building on earlier satellite launches confirmed by Boeing in July 2025. SpaceX also secured a NASA crew expansion contract valued at $946 million.

   Why it matters

   The September 13 launch marks a significant operational milestone for SpaceX by pushing the Falcon rocket family to 700 total flights. Completing the O3b mPOWER constellation deployment fulfills critical medium Earth orbit capability for operator SES. Tracking platforms and flight databases monitor these milestones to evaluate ongoing launch cadences and booster reuse statistics.

   What is confirmed

   • SpaceX reached a milestone of 700 Falcon rocket flights on September 13, 2026.
   • The Falcon 9 vehicle launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
   • The mission carried the final three O3b mPOWER satellites for operator SES.
   • The first-stage booster landed on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.
   • Boeing previously confirmed the launch of the ninth and tenth satellites in July 2025.
   • SpaceX secured a $946 million NASA crew expansion contract.

   What to watch next

   • Updates on operational status and data flow from the newly deployed O3b mPOWER satellites
   • Future mission manifests and launch schedules following the 700th Falcon flight milestone
   Sources used for this update (3)

   1. orbitcodex.com — Orbit Codex — Space Exploration Registry & Live Tracking
   2. ohmyspacex.com — ohmyspacex.com — SpaceX launch and mission data hub
   3. spacexfantracker.com — SpaceX Launch Tracker • Mission Control
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3. 9d ago

   SpaceX hits 700 Falcon flights with final SES O3b mPOWER satellites

   SpaceX reached a milestone of 700 Falcon rocket flights on September 13, 2026. The Falcon 9 vehicle launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, carrying the final three O3b mPOWER satellites for operator SES. The first-stage booster landed on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas. This mission completed the O3b mPOWER-F requirements, following earlier deployments including the ninth and tenth satellites confirmed by Boeing in July 2025. SpaceX also recently secured a $946 million NASA crew expansion contract.

   Why it matters

   The O3b mPOWER constellation uses medium Earth orbit satellites to provide global data services. This launch concludes the primary deployment phase for SES. SpaceX continues to balance these commercial satellite missions with NASA crew rotations and Starship development.

   What is confirmed

   • SpaceX launched its 700th Falcon rocket on September 13, 2026.
   • The Falcon 9 vehicle carried the final three O3b mPOWER satellites for SES.
   • The mission launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
   • The first-stage booster recovered on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.
   • SpaceX secured a $946 million NASA crew expansion contract.
   • Boeing confirmed the successful deployment of the ninth and tenth O3b mPOWER satellites on July 23, 2025.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of the operational status of the final three O3b mPOWER satellites
   • Details on the next scheduled Falcon Heavy launch in Florida
   Sources used for this update (3)

   1. aviationnews.eu — Boeing Confirms Successful Launch of SES’s 9th and 10th O3b ...
   2. tech.yahoo.com — How Many SpaceX Launches Have Been Completed?
   3. tech.yahoo.com — SpaceX eyes Falcon Heavy launch tonight in Florida. Track liftoff
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4. 14d ago

   SpaceX Clears 700 Falcon Launches With Final O3b mPOWER Deployment

   SpaceX achieved its 700th Falcon rocket flight, deploying the final three medium Earth orbit satellites for SES and completing the O3b mPOWER-F mission requirements. The milestone launch occurred on September 13, 2026, utilizing a Falcon 9 vehicle that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The first-stage booster completed a successful recovery on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas. Alongside this cadence of commercial missions, the company secured a $946 million NASA crew expansion contract while advancing operations for its massive Starship rocket system.

   Why it matters

   The 700th flight underscores the high reliability and steady operational tempo of the Falcon rocket family as commercial constellations expand. This operational milestone coincides with financial growth, including major contract additions from NASA for crew transport. Meanwhile, SpaceX continues preparing heavier infrastructure at its Starbase site in Texas for subsequent orbital test flights.

   What is confirmed

   • SpaceX completed its 700th Falcon rocket mission on September 13, 2026.
   • The Falcon 9 deployed the final three Boeing-built O3b mPOWER satellites for SES into medium Earth orbit.
   • Liftoff occurred from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 2:49 p.m. ET.
   • Booster B1080 was recovered on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.
   • NASA added a $946 million crew expansion contract for SpaceX.

   What to watch next

   • Federal Aviation Administration regulatory approvals for upcoming Starship flights
   • Upcoming Starship orbital flight attempts from Starbase, Texas
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5. 21d ago

   SpaceX reaches 700 Falcon launches with final SES satellite deployment

   SpaceX completed its 700th Falcon rocket mission on September 13, 2026, deploying the final three Boeing-built O3b mPOWER satellites for SES. A Falcon 9 launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 2:49 p.m. ET. The mission successfully placed the telecom satellites into medium Earth orbit and concluded with the recovery of booster B1080 on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas. This deployment completes the O3b mPOWER-F mission requirements for the satellite operator.

   Why it matters

   The O3b mPOWER constellation provides high-throughput satellite services globally. Reaching 700 launches establishes a significant operational milestone for the Falcon rocket family in terms of flight frequency and reliability.

   What is confirmed

   • A Falcon 9 rocket launched the O3b mPOWER-F mission from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
   • The mission deployed three Boeing-built O3b mPOWER satellites for SES into medium Earth orbit.

   Still unconfirmed

   • SpaceX faces a 328M-share stock unlock on September 24 following Starship Flight 14.

   What to watch next

   • Market reaction to the SpaceX stock unlock on September 24
   • Operational status of the completed O3b mPOWER constellation
   Sources used for this update (2)

   1. www.coingabbar.com — SpaceX Stock Unlock Sept. 24: The Price Level That Decides Everything
   2. mynews13.com — SpaceX launches last O3b mPOWER satellites
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6. 30d ago

   SpaceX completes 700th Falcon mission with final SES satellites

   SpaceX launched the 700th mission of its Falcon rocket family on September 13, 2026. A Falcon 9 lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 2:49 p.m. ET, carrying the final three Boeing-built O3b mPOWER satellites for SES. The company confirmed all three telecom satellites were deployed into medium Earth orbit. The mission concluded with the landing of booster B1080 on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas.

   Why it matters

   The O3b mPOWER constellation provides space-based internet services separate from the Starlink system. This launch marks the completion of the deployment phase for the SES satellite group. The milestone reflects the high flight cadence of the Falcon rocket family.

   What is confirmed

   • SpaceX completed the 700th overall Falcon mission on September 13, 2026.
   • The Falcon 9 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 2:49 p.m. ET.
   • The mission carried the final three Boeing-built O3b mPOWER satellites for SES.
   • SpaceX confirmed the deployment of all three satellites into medium Earth orbit.
   • Booster B1080 landed on A Shortfall of Gravitas.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of operational status for the full O3b mPOWER constellation
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches Starlink mission after it was scrubbed
   2. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches latest Starlink mission
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