r/SpaceX Starlink 6-100 Official Launch Discussion & Updates Thread!

SpaceX successfully launched its Starlink 6-100 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, on January 18, 2026. The Falcon 9 rocket, designated B1080 for its 24th flight, deployed its Starlink satellite payload into orbit. Following the successful deployment, the first stage booster achieved a landing on the drone ship A Shortfall of Gravy (ASOG). This mission marked SpaceX's eighth launch of the year and continued a streak of successful launches for the company.

The launch occurred within the scheduled window, despite initial weather forecasts indicating a 60% chance of favorable conditions. The mission's success criteria included the proper deployment of all spacecraft, which was confirmed shortly after liftoff.

This launch contributes to the expansion of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet constellation, aiming to provide global broadband coverage.