Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-317

Launch by SpaceX. A classified mission for the United States Space Force. It is possibly a batch of classified LEO satellites based on SpaceX’s Starshield satellite bus, based on locations of rocket stage drop zones being exact fits with previous Starlink Group 15 launches. From Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
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Countdown Timer - Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-317

Get ready for an exhilarating journey into the cosmos as we eagerly await the launch of SpaceX's Falcon 9 Block 5 for the USSF-317 mission on Friday, November 13, 2026. This highly classified operation for the United States Space Force is shrouded in mystery, possibly deploying a batch of advanced LEO satellites utilizing SpaceX’s cutting-edge Starshield satellite bus. With the rocket stage drop zones aligning perfectly with previous Starlink Group 15 launches, anticipation is at an all-time high. Join us as we count down to this monumental event from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Use our interactive countdown timer to stay updated and experience the excitement leading up to this historic launch. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness the future of space exploration unfold before your eyes!

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There are 8 days left until Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-317, which is 212 hours or 12735 minutes.

Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-317 will take place on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 04:23 AM.

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