# B1074

> expended Falcon Heavy core booster

**Wikidata**: [Q112229213](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112229213)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/b1074

## Summary
B1074 is a SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 first-stage booster that served as the core booster for a Falcon Heavy rocket launch before being expended on July 29, 2023. This booster carried the EchoStar 24 satellite into orbit from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A during its final flight.

## Key Facts
- B1074 was a Falcon 9 Block 5 first-stage booster manufactured by SpaceX
- The booster followed B1073 and was followed by B1075 in the SpaceX booster fleet
- B1074 was expended (not recovered) on July 29, 2023
- On its final flight, B1074 served as the core booster for a Falcon Heavy rocket carrying the EchoStar 24 satellite
- The launch occurred from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A on July 29, 2023
- Country of origin is the United States
- Alternative names include Falcon 9 B1074 and SpaceX Falcon 9 B1074

## FAQs
### Q: What was B1074 used for?
A: B1074 was used as the core booster in a Falcon Heavy rocket launch on July 29, 2023, which carried the EchoStar 24 satellite into orbit. After this mission, it was expended rather than recovered.

### Q: Was B1074 recovered after its flight?
A: No, B1074 was expended during its final mission on July 29, 2023, meaning it was not recovered from the ocean after launch. This was its one and only flight.

### Q: What is the significance of B1074 in the SpaceX fleet?
A: B1074 represented part of SpaceX's Falcon 9 Block 5 booster fleet and contributed to the company's Falcon Heavy program. Its pattern of sequential numbering (following B1073, preceding B1075) shows its place in SpaceX's standardized booster production and reuse strategy.

## Why It Matters
B1074 represents SpaceX's continued advancement in rocket reusability and launch capabilities. As part of the Falcon 9 Block 5 fleet, it contributed to the company's efforts to make space access more affordable and sustainable. Although B1074 was expended rather than recovered, it still provided valuable flight data and performance metrics that inform future SpaceX booster designs and operations. The Falcon Heavy, for which B1074 served as a core booster, is one of the most powerful operational rockets in the world, enabling missions for large satellites, scientific instruments, and potential deep space exploration missions. B1074's brief operational life exemplifies the rapid iteration and testing that characterizes modern aerospace development.

## Notable For
- Serving as the core booster for a Falcon Heavy rocket launch carrying the EchoStar 24 satellite
- Being expended rather than recovered after its single flight on July 29, 2023
- Representing a standard Falcon 9 Block 5 booster in SpaceX's fleet
- Following B1073 and preceding B1075 in the sequential booster numbering system
- Launching from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A, a key SpaceX launch facility

## Body
### Overview
B1074 was a Falcon 9 Block 5 first-stage booster manufactured by SpaceX. This particular booster served a specialized role as the core booster for a Falcon Heavy rocket mission before being expended on July 29, 2023.

### Manufacturing and Identification
- Manufacturer: SpaceX
- Serial Number: B1074
- Classification: Falcon 9 booster, Falcon 9 Block 5, former entity
- Country of Origin: United States
- Alternative Names: Falcon 9 B1074, Falcon 9 booster B1074, SpaceX Falcon 9 B1074

### Operational History
- Predecessor: B1073
- Successor: B1075
- Final Flight: July 29, 2023 (expended, single flight only)
- Launch Site: Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A
- Mission: Falcon Heavy launch carrying the EchoStar 24 satellite

### Technical Specifications
- As a Falcon 9 Block 5 booster, it featured the latest design improvements for reusability and performance
- Engine configuration: Merlin 1D engines
- Propellant: RP-1 kerosene and liquid oxygen
- Role in mission: Core booster for Falcon Heavy configuration

### Current Status
- Status: Expended (July 29, 2023)
- Fate: Not recovered after final flight
- Documentation: Listed in Wikipedia Commons under "SpaceX Falcon 9 B1074"

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## References

1. [Source](https://nextspaceflight.com/launches/details/6944)
2. Jonathan's Space Report