Crew-12 Returns to Earth
The SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom splashed down in the Pacific off California on October 8, 2026.
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The SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom splashed down in the Pacific off California on October 8, 2026.
The planned launch of the Tranche 1 Transporter Layer A mission was called off; a new attempt could occur as early as Thursday.
The 14th flight of a Falcon Heavy rocket is set to carry a classified payload for a U.S. intelligence agency from Kennedy Space Center.
The upcoming Flight 14 is slated to be Starship’s first intended orbital mission, while a near-term manifest already sketches the program’s forthcoming milestones.
The rehearsal for Starship Flight 14 has finished, clearing the way for the scheduled orbital flight on Monday.
During the Crew-13 mission to the ISS, astronauts will participate in studies on blood flow, clotting and other health-related topics.
The upper stage Ship 41 has been mated to the Super Heavy booster as preparations continue for a fueling test and a possible launch in late September.
SpaceX’s Super Heavy booster has arrived at the launch pad in Starbase, Texas, preparing for the inaugural orbital Starship flight, contingent on FAA approval expected around late September.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a temporary flight restriction over SpaceX’s McGregor, Texas facility, coinciding with the planned unveiling of Tesla’s new Roadster on October 1.
A Falcon 9 rocket delivered 27 new Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base.