# B1046

> expended Falcon 9 first-stage booster

**Wikidata**: [Q54263831](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q54263831)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falcon_9_B1046)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/b1046

## Summary
B1046 is an expended first-stage booster of the SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5, a reusable orbital launch vehicle. It was used for four missions, including the launch of Bangladesh Satellite-1 and the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test, before being retired in January 2020.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of**: Falcon 9 booster, Falcon 9 Block 5, former entity
- **Manufacturer**: SpaceX
- **Serial number**: B1046 (assigned by SpaceX)
- **Country of origin**: United States
- **Significant events**: Launched Bangladesh Satellite-1 (May 11, 2018), Telkom 4 (August 7, 2018), SSO-A: SmallSat Express (December 3, 2018), and Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test (January 19, 2020)
- **Preceded by**: B1045
- **Followed by**: B1047
- **Dissolved/abolished/demolished date**: January 19, 2020 (expended)
- **Wikipedia title**: Falcon 9 B1046
- **Commons category**: SpaceX Falcon 9 B1046

## FAQs
### Q: What was B1046 used for?
A: B1046 was a reusable first-stage booster for the SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5, used for four missions, including the launch of Bangladesh Satellite-1 and the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test.

### Q: When was B1046 retired?
A: B1046 was expended on January 19, 2020, during the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test.

### Q: What missions did B1046 launch?
A: B1046 launched Bangladesh Satellite-1 (May 11, 2018), Telkom 4 (August 7, 2018), SSO-A: SmallSat Express (December 3, 2018), and the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test (January 19, 2020).

### Q: What is the significance of B1046?
A: B1046 was part of SpaceX's reusable rocket program, demonstrating the Falcon 9 Block 5's reliability and reusability before being expended in 2020.

### Q: How does B1046 compare to other Falcon 9 boosters?
A: B1046 is part of the Falcon 9 Block 5 series, which introduced improvements for reusability and reliability. It was preceded by B1045 and followed by B1047 in the booster sequence.

## Why It Matters
B1046 played a crucial role in SpaceX's reusable rocket program, demonstrating the Falcon 9 Block 5's capabilities. It launched multiple payloads, including Bangladesh Satellite-1, a critical communication satellite for the country. The booster's final mission, the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test, was a critical safety demonstration for NASA's Commercial Crew Program. B1046's retirement marked the end of its operational life, contributing to SpaceX's efforts to reduce launch costs and increase mission frequency.

## Notable For
- **First mission**: Launched Bangladesh Satellite-1, a significant payload for the country.
- **Dragon 2 test**: Used for the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test, a critical safety demonstration.
- **Reusability**: Part of SpaceX's reusable rocket program, showcasing the Falcon 9 Block 5's reliability.
- **Sequence**: Preceded by B1045 and followed by B1047 in the booster lineup.
- **Expended**: Retired on January 19, 2020, during the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test.

## Body
### Overview
B1046 was a first-stage booster for the SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5, a partially reusable orbital launch vehicle. It was manufactured by SpaceX in the United States and assigned the serial number B1046. The booster was used for four missions before being expended in 2020.

### Missions
B1046 launched four payloads:
1. **Bangladesh Satellite-1** (May 11, 2018): A communication satellite for Bangladesh.
2. **Telkom 4** (August 7, 2018): A communication satellite for PT Telkom Indonesia.
3. **SSO-A: SmallSat Express** (December 3, 2018): A rideshare mission for multiple small satellites.
4. **Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test** (January 19, 2020): A critical safety test for NASA's Commercial Crew Program.

### Retirement
B1046 was expended on January 19, 2020, during the Dragon 2 In-Flight Abort Test. It was preceded by B1045 and followed by B1047 in the booster sequence.

### Significance
B1046 was part of SpaceX's reusable rocket program, demonstrating the Falcon 9 Block 5's reliability and reusability. Its missions included critical payloads and safety tests, contributing to SpaceX's efforts to reduce launch costs and increase mission frequency.

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