SpaceX Crew-6 Falcon 9 Block 5
Rocket Launch Video Streams
Weather Forecast During Launch
According to weather officials, there's a 95% chance of favorable weather conditions at the time of the launch.
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
Stephen Bowen
| Birthday | 02/13/1964 |
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| Role | Spacecraft Commander |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 11/15/2008 |
| Last Flight | 03/02/2023 |
Stephen Gerard Bowen is a United States Navy submariner and a NASA astronaut; he was the second submariner to travel into space. Bowen has been...
Warren Hoburg
| Birthday | 09/16/1985 |
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| Role | Pilot |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| First Flight | 03/02/2023 |
| Last Flight | 03/02/2023 |
Warren Woodrow "Woody" Hoburg is an American engineer and NASA astronaut of the class of 2017.
Sultan Al Neyadi
| Birthday | 05/23/1981 |
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| Role | Mission Specialist |
| Nationality | United Arab Emirates |
| First Flight | 03/02/2023 |
| Last Flight | 03/02/2023 |
Sultan AlNeyadi is one of the first two astronauts from the United Arab Emirates, along with Hazza Al Mansouri.
Andrei Fedyaev
| Birthday | 02/26/1981 |
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| Role | Mission Specialist |
| Nationality | Russia |
| First Flight | 03/02/2023 |
| Last Flight | 02/13/2026 |
Andrei Valerievich Fedyaev (Андрей Валерьевич Федяев) is a Russian cosmonaut. He was a military pilot prior to retiring from Air Force in 2013, and was...
About the Crew-6 Mission
| Type | Human Exploration |
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| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $52,000,000 |
SpaceX Crew-6 is the sixth crewed operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program.
This mission is part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, a partnership with private companies like SpaceX to safely transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station. Using the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket, the program has restored American human spaceflight capability and enabled routine crewed missions to low Earth orbit.
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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).
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 Endeavour
Crew Dragon Endeavour (C206) 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 6 is the Crew Dragon spacecraft launched on the SpaceX DM-2 demonstration mission to the ISS. 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 | C206 |
| Status | Active |
| Destination | International Space Station |
| Maiden Flight | 3/2/2019 |
| Mission End | 9/4/2023 |
| Flights | 6 |
| Crew Capacity | 4 |
| Human Rated | Yes |
| Height | 7.2 m |
| Diameter | 3.7 m |
| Payload Capacity | 6,000 kg |
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core B1078
| Serial Number | B1078 |
|---|---|
| Last Flight | 08/21/2026 |
| Successful Landings | 30 |
Falcon 9 Block 5 booster first used for the Crew-6 mission. B1078 has successfully landed on ASDS JRTI after its first flight.
Just Read the Instructions - JRTI
Third (Marmac 303) ASDS barge, Just Read the Instructions (JRTI) is currently used to recover Falcon 9 and Heavy boosters in the Atlantic 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.
Track the booster recovery and droneship return to port (opens in a new tab)
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 Crew-6 launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Crew-6 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the SpaceX Falcon 9 Crew-6 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 Crew-6 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 Crew-6 mission?
The Crew-6 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 Crew-6 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 Crew-6 launch?
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Crew-6 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 Crew-6 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 Crew-6 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.
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Launch success, Crew Dragon on the way to the ISS.
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Liftoff
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Webcast live
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Go for launch.
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Weather 95%
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Weather 90%
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NET March 2
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Scrub, next possible window on February 28
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Hold die to TEA-TEB issue.
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Webcast live
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Weather 95%
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1 day slip.
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Launch time confirmed
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Refined T-0
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NET February 26
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Targeting February 19