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Falcon 9 · September 29, 2013

SpaceX Falcon 9 CASSIOPE launch

SpaceX launched CASSIOPE on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on September 29, 2013 at 16:00 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to low Earth orbit. Booster B1003 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

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Mission details

LaunchedSeptember 29, 2013 at 16:00 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 v1.1
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA
OrbitLow Earth Orbit
Mission typeEarth Science
BoosterB1003, 1st flight
LandingNo landing attempt

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-27 00:52 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

FAQ

CASSIOPE questions

When did CASSIOPE launch?

SpaceX launched CASSIOPE on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on September 29, 2013 at 16:00 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew CASSIOPE?

Booster B1003 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

Where can I watch CASSIOPE again?

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

Answers as of October 27, 2026.