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Falcon 9 · May 27, 2023

SpaceX Falcon 9 BADR-8 launch

SpaceX launched BADR-8 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on May 27, 2023 at 04:30 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to geostationary transfer orbit. Booster B1062 flew for the 14th time, 78 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship JRTI.

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Mission details

LaunchedMay 27, 2023 at 04:30 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 5
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitGeostationary Transfer Orbit
Mission typeCommunications
BoosterB1062, 14th flight (78 days since the last)
LandingLanded: droneship JRTI

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-26 10:33 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

FAQ

BADR-8 questions

When did BADR-8 launch?

SpaceX launched BADR-8 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on May 27, 2023 at 04:30 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew BADR-8?

Booster B1062 flew for the 14th time, 78 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship JRTI.

Where can I watch BADR-8 again?

The official SpaceX webcast is linked on this page, under Replay and sources.

Answers as of October 26, 2026.