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Falcon 9 · June 15, 2016

SpaceX Falcon 9 Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A launch

SpaceX launched Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on June 15, 2016 at 14:29 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to geostationary transfer orbit. Booster B1024 flew for the 1st time, and did not land on the droneship OCISLY.

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Mission details

LaunchedJune 15, 2016 at 14:29 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Full Thrust
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
Mission typeCommunications
BoosterB1024, 1st flight
LandingFailed: droneship OCISLY

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-27 00:52 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

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Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A questions

When did Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A launch?

SpaceX launched Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on June 15, 2016 at 14:29 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A?

Booster B1024 flew for the 1st time, and did not land on the droneship OCISLY.

Where can I watch Eutelsat 117 West B & ABS-2A again?

The official SpaceX webcast is linked on this page, under Replay and sources.

Answers as of October 27, 2026.