SpaceX Axiom Space Mission 4 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, Flight Through Precipitation.
Rocket Launch Trajectory & Flight Path
Track the complete rocket launch trajectory with real-time flight data from FlightClub.io (opens in a new tab). 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.
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Meet the Astronaut Crew
Peggy Whitson
| Birthday | 02/09/1960 |
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| Role | Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 06/05/2002 |
| Last Flight | 06/25/2025 |
Peggy Annette Whitson is an American biochemistry researcher, retired NASA astronaut, and former NASA Chief Astronaut. Her first space mission was in 2002, with an...
Shubhanshu Shukla
| Birthday | 10/10/1985 |
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| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | India |
| First Flight | 06/25/2025 |
| Last Flight | 06/25/2025 |
Indian astronaut part of the first group of the Indian domestic human spaceflight program.
Sławosz Uznański
| Birthday | 04/12/1984 |
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| Role | Mission Specialist |
| Nationality | Poland |
| First Flight | 06/25/2025 |
| Last Flight | 06/25/2025 |
Sławosz Uznański is a Polish engineer working at the European Space Agency as a project astronaut since 2023 and formerly at CERN.
Tibor Kapu
| Birthday | 11/05/1991 |
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| Role | Mission Specialist |
| Nationality | Hungary |
| First Flight | 06/25/2025 |
| Last Flight | 06/25/2025 |
Hungarian astronaut selected to participate in a private spaceflight to the ISS as part of the HUNOR program.
About the Axiom Space Mission 4 Mission
| Type | Tourism |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $52,000,000 |
This is a Crew Dragon flight for a private company Axiom Space. The mission will carry a professionally trained commander alongside three private astronauts to and from the International Space Station. This crew will stay aboard space station for at least eight days.
Launch Pad & Location
Launch Complex 39A
Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA
| Launches | 224 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 223 |
| Total Launches | 283 |
The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
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.
| Time | Event |
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| T- 00 : 45 : 00 | GO for Prop Load Launch director verifies go for propellant load |
| T- 00 : 42 : 00 | Crew Access Arm Retract Retraction of the crew access arm from the rocket |
| T- 00 : 39 : 00 | Dragon LES Arm Dragon's launch escape system is armed |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Prop Load Start of propelland loading |
| T- 00 : 35 : 00 | Stage 1 LOX Load Start of liquid oxygen loading in the first stage |
| 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 : 05 : 00 | Dragon Internal Power Dragon transitions to internal power |
| 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 : 00 : 57 | Max-Q Maximum dynamic pressure |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 25 | MECO Cut-off of the main engine |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 28 | Stage 2 Separation Separation of the second stage from the first |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 36 | SES-1 First start of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 02 : 42 | Booster Boostback Burn Startup Start of the booster boostback burn |
| T+ 00 : 03 : 28 | Booster Boostback Burn Shutdown End of the booster boostback burn |
| T+ 00 : 06 : 18 | Entry Burn Startup Start of the atmospheric entry burn |
| T+ 00 : 06 : 30 | Entry Burn Shutdown End of the atmospheric entry burn |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 22 | Stage 1 Landing Burn Start of the first stage landing burn |
| T+ 00 : 07 : 39 | Stage 1 Landing Landing of the first stage |
| T+ 00 : 08 : 48 | SECO-1 First cut-off of the second engine |
| T+ 00 : 09 : 38 | Dragon Separation Dragon separates from the second stage |
| T+ 00 : 10 : 26 | Dragon Nosecode Open Start of the opening sequence of Dragon's nosecone |
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.
| Length | 70.0 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.7 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 549.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 7,607.0 kN |
| Apogee | 200.0 km |
| LEO Capacity | 22,800 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 8,300 kg |
| Launch Cost | $52,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 5/11/2018 |
Mission Spacecraft
Crew Dragon Grace
Crew Dragon Grace (C213) was the spacecraft used for this mission. It is a SpaceX Capsule designed for Crew Flights to ISS or Low Earth Orbit and traveled to International Space Station.
Crew Dragon spacecraft first used for Axiom-4. Crew Dragon 2 is capable of lifting four astronauts, or a combination of crew and cargo to and from low Earth orbit. Its heat shield is designed to withstand Earth re-entry velocities from Lunar and Martian spaceflights. Able to fly for up to one week of free flight or two years docked.
| Type | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Agency | SpaceX |
| Serial Number | C213 |
| Status | Active |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 3/2/2019 |
| Mission End | 7/15/2025 |
| Flights | 2 |
| Crew Capacity | 4 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 7.2 m |
| Diameter | 3.7 m |
| Payload Capacity | 6,000 kg |
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core B1094
| Serial Number | B1094 |
|---|---|
| Last Flight | 04/11/2026 |
| Successful Landings | 7 |
Falcon 9 booster debuting on Starlink Group 12-10. The Falcon 9 first stage B1094 has landed back at the launch site after its 2nd flight.
Landing Zone 1 - LZ-1
LZ-1 Pad located at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at the previous LC-13.
Return to Launch Site - RTLS
A return to launch site usually means that after stage separation the booster flips and does a burn back towards the launch site, landing near where it initially launched from.
A sonic boom may occur during booster recovery as the first stage returns to the landing zone. This atmospheric phenomenon creates a loud sound as the rocket breaks the sound barrier during its descent.
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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.
| Total Launches | 735 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 720 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 131 |
| Consecutive Success | 220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the SpaceX Falcon 9 Axiom Space Mission 4 launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Axiom Space Mission 4 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 Axiom Space Mission 4 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 Axiom Space Mission 4 mission launch from?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA. The John F. Kennedy Space Center, located on Merritt Island, Florida, is one of NASA's ten field centers. Since 1968, KSC has been NASA's primary launch center of American spaceflight, research, and technology. Launch operations for the Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs were carried out from Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39 and managed by KSC. Located on the east coast of Florida, KSC is adjacent to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
What rocket was used for the Axiom Space Mission 4 mission?
The Axiom Space Mission 4 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 Axiom Space Mission 4 attempt a landing?
Yes, the Falcon 9 first stage booster attempted a Return to Launch Site 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 Axiom Space Mission 4 launch?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Axiom Space Mission 4 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 Axiom Space Mission 4 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 Axiom Space Mission 4 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.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Launch success, spacecraft in orbit and functioning.
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Liftoff!
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Tweaked T-0.
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Confirmed go for launch on June 25.
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Tweaked T-0.
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NET June 25.
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Further delays pending additional investigation into ISS Russian Segment air leakage.
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Delayed to June 22.
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Tweaked T-0.
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Tweaked T-0.
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NET June 19.
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Launch delayed for further investigation into ISS Russian Segment air leakage issue; new date TBD.
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Tweaked T-0.
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NET June 13, TBC.
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NET June 12, TBC.
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Launch is TBD to repair the LOX leak on the first stage
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Tweaked T-0.
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Updated launch weather, 85% GO.
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Delayed to June 11 due to ascent corridor abort recovery weather.
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Updated launch weather, 95% GO.
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Weather is 90% favorable for launch.
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Tweaked T-0.
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Delayed to June 10.
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Launch delayed by 1 day to the 9th of June.
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Tweaked launch time.
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NET June 8.
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NET June.
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Updated launch time.
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Setting pad
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Adding approximate T-0
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NET May & switch in crew vehicle.
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NET late April 2025.
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NET Spring 2025.
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NET October 2024.
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NET August 2024