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Falcon 9 Sticks the Landing
Game changing launch of Iridium Next mission, Land of Falcon 9 first stage landing and deployment of 10 satellites in low earth orbit by SpaceX. These satellites will provide important data to first responders on Earth. The first stage landing was captured entirely by the Falcon 9's point of view. First launch following SpaceX's 2016 explosion. SpaceX worked with NASA, Airforce and other groups to identify the cause and find a solution. The 2016 was caused by carbon dioxide build up between stage 2's layer of aluminum and carbon fiber wrap.
Stage one successfully lands on barge named “Just Read the Instructions”.
Stage carrying the Iridium Next satellites glows red.
Liftoff with critical small one minute launch window.
Falcon 9′s fins adjust for landing on sea barge.