SpaceX submitted three new applications to the FCC, two regarding the F9-35 launch (Where did 34 go?) and one regarding F9 and FH systems tests at MCGregor.
F9-35 GTO launch:
FCC linkThis STA is necessary to authorize launch vehicle communications for F9-35, a commercial GTO launch from Complex 39a, Kennedy Space Center. Application includes sub-orbital first stage, and orbital second stage. Trajectory data to be provided directly to NTIA, USAF, and NASA. All downrange Earth stations are receive-only. Launch licensing authority is FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation.
F9-35 ASDS recovery:
FCC linkThis STA covers the experimental first-stage recovery operation, following a Falcon 9 launch from Cape Canaveral. This request is limited to the TC uplink, transmitting from an offshore boat/autonomous drone ship and/or onshore station at CCAFS. This includes pre-launch check-out operations at Port Canaveral and/or CCAFS as pre-coordinated with the launch Range. Launch vehicle flight communications for this mission are covered by a separate STA. The requested expiration date is 6 months following the grant date or upon completion of the experimental recovery operation, whichever occurs first.
Landing coordinates:
North 28 13 48 West 73 40 51
F9 & FH LV systems test:
FCC linkThis STA is required for testing of the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicle systems from the SpaceX Rocket Development and Test Facility in McGregor, Texas.
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