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Falcon 9 · January 31, 2018

SpaceX Falcon 9 GovSat (SES-16) launch

SpaceX launched GovSat (SES-16) on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on January 31, 2018 at 21:25 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to geostationary transfer orbit. Booster B1032 flew for the 2nd time, 275 days after its previous flight, and was not recovered.

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Mission details

LaunchedJanuary 31, 2018 at 21:25 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Full Thrust
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
Mission typeCommunications
BoosterB1032, 2nd flight (275 days since the last)
LandingNo landing attempt

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-26 21:39 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

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GovSat (SES-16) questions

When did GovSat (SES-16) launch?

SpaceX launched GovSat (SES-16) on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on January 31, 2018 at 21:25 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew GovSat (SES-16)?

Booster B1032 flew for the 2nd time, 275 days after its previous flight, and was not recovered.

Where can I watch GovSat (SES-16) again?

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

Answers as of October 26, 2026.