SpaceX BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 Falcon 9 Block 5
Rocket Launch Video Streams
Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 90% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch. Officials are monitoring weather conditions with concerns related to Cumulus Cloud Rule, Anvil Cloud Rules. The forecast calls for a temperature of 79°F, broken clouds, 84% cloud cover and a wind speed of 8mph.
Rocket Launch Trajectory & Flight Path
Track the complete rocket launch trajectory with real-time flight data from FlightClub.io . View detailed telemetry including rocket velocity, altitude progression, thrust levels, acceleration, orbital insertion parameters, and 3D flight path visualization throughout all mission phases from liftoff to orbit.
Rocket Launch Timeline
Track every phase of the rocket launch with our detailed mission timeline. From T-minus countdown events and pre-launch preparations through liftoff, stage separation, and orbital insertion, follow each critical milestone in real-time. Our comprehensive launch sequence timeline includes payload integration, propellant loading, engine ignition, and post-launch telemetry tracking.
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| T- 00 : 38 : 00 | GO for Prop Load Launch director verifies go for propellant load |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Stage 1 LOX Load Start of liquid oxygen loading in the first stage |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Prop Load Start of propelland loading |
| T- 00 : 16 : 00 | Stage 2 LOX Load Start of liquid oxygen loading in the second stage |
| T- 00 : 07 : 00 | Engine Chill Start of engine chilling |
| T- 00 : 01 : 00 | Startup The onboard computer takes control over the countdown and runs last checks |
| T- 00 : 01 : 00 | Tank Press Fuel tanks are pressurized to flight levels |
| T- 00 : 00 : 45 | GO for Launch Launch director verifies go for launch |
| T- 00 : 00 : 03 | Ignition Start of the engine ignition sequence |
| T+ 00 : 00 : 00 | Liftoff First upwards movement of the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 01 : 13 | Max-Q Maximum dynamic pressure |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 27 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 31 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 39 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 22 | Fairing Separation Separation of the payload fairing |
| T+ 00 : 06 : 16 | Entry Burn Startup Start of the atmospheric entry burn |
| T+ 00 : 06 : 39 | Entry Burn Shutdown End of the atmospheric entry burn |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 02 | Stage 1 Landing Burn Start of the first stage landing burn |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 30 | SECO-1 First cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 32 | Stage 1 Landing Landing of the first stage |
| T+ 00 : 46 : 00 | SES-2 Second start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 46 : 06 | SECO-2 Second cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 54 : 27 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 00 : 59 : 47 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
| T+ 01 : 05 : 07 | Payload Separation Final deployment of the payload from the rocket |
About the BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 Mission
- Type: Communications
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $52,000,000
AST SpaceMobile’s Block 2 BlueBird satellites are designed to deliver up to 10 times the bandwidth capacity of the BlueBird Block 1 satellites, required to achieve 24/7 continuous cellular broadband service coverage in the United States, with beams designed to support a capacity of up to 40 MHz, enabling peak data transmission speeds up to 120 Mbps, supporting voice, full data and video applications. The Block 2 BlueBirds, featuring as large as 2400 square foot communications arrays, will be the largest satellites ever commercially deployed in Low Earth orbit once launched.
This launch will feature 3 satellites.
Launch Pad & Location
Space Launch Complex 40
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
The Space Launch Complex 40 launch pad has hosted 388 rocket launches, including 388 orbital launch attempts. The Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA launch site has been the location for 1115 total rocket launches.
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 Rocket
Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability.
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core B1077
The Falcon 9 first stage B1077 has landed on ASDS ASOG after its 29th flight. Reusable booster B1077 last flew on 06/17/2026 and has completed 29 successful launch and landing missions. Falcon 9 Block 5 booster first used for the Crew-5 mission.
A Shortfall of Gravitas - ASOG
The fourth ASDS barge, A Shortfall of Gravitas (ASOG) is currently used to recover Falcon 9 and Heavy boosters in the Altantic Ocean.
Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship - ASDS
An autonomous spaceport drone ship (ASDS) is an ocean-going vessel derived from a deck barge, outfitted with station-keeping engines and a large landing platform. Construction of such ships was commissioned by aerospace company SpaceX to allow for recovery of rocket first-stages at sea for high-velocity missions which do not carry enough fuel to return to the launch site after lofting spacecraft onto an orbital trajectory.
About SpaceX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp., known as SpaceX, is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. It was founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX operates from many pads, on the East Coast of the US they operate from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and historic LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center. They also operate from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, usually for polar launches. Another launch site is being developed at Boca Chica, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch video?
You can watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 mission launch from?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) is an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida.
What rocket was used for the BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 mission?
The BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 mission launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
Did the SpaceX Falcon 9 booster for BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 attempt a landing?
Yes, the Falcon 9 first stage booster attempted a Autonomous Spaceport Drone Ship at a designated landing zone. Booster recovery allows SpaceX to reuse rocket components, significantly reducing launch costs. Learn more about the landing details.
What weather conditions could have delayed the SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the SpaceX Falcon 9 BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest SpaceX Falcon 9 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the BlueBird Block 2 #3-5 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official SpaceX live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.