92K views · 1.5K reactions | Falcon 9 successfully launched SpaceX's 11th and 12th missions of the month. | Space FrontPage | Facebook

9.6K views · 110 reactions | A clean Falcon 9 is a rarity these days! Booster 1083 has only flown 2 missions so far, one being SpaceX Crew-8, and the other a Starlink mission earlier this week | Space FrontPage | Facebook

The SpaceX Falcon 9 is a partially reusable, two-stage rocket designed for Earth orbit and beyond, known for its reliability and frequent launches to deploy Starlink satellites and deliver crew and cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). Since its first launch in 2010, it has become the most-launched American orbital rocket, with its booster making record-setting flights and the company aiming for boosters to reach up to 40 flights, driving down the cost of space access through reusabili

SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket is designed for reusability, and its landing legs play a crucial role in that process. These legs are stowed (folded) along the booster during liftoff for aerodynamics, then deploy (extend) just before landing to provide a stable touchdown. After a successful recovery at Port Canaveral, the legs are retracted (folded back) to prepare the booster for transport and refurbishment, ensuring it can be flown again in future missions. #SpaceX #Falcon9 #RocketRecovery #LandingLe