r/SpaceX GPS III SV09 Official Launch Discussion & Updates Thread!

SpaceX successfully launched the ninth GPS III satellite for the United States Space Force on January 28, 2026. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying the critical payload. This mission marked the 115th consecutive successful launch for SpaceX, underscoring the reliability of their launch systems.

The booster, identified as B1096, completed its fifth flight and successfully landed on the autonomous drone ship "ASOG." The satellite was deployed into orbit as planned, fulfilling the mission's primary objective. This launch was part of a busy year for SpaceX, representing their eleventh launch of 2026 and sixth from the SLC-40 launch site.

The successful deployment of the GPS III SV09 satellite is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the Global Positioning System, which underpins countless civilian and military applications worldwide.