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Falcon 9 · December 23, 2018

SpaceX Falcon 9 GPS III SV01 launch

SpaceX launched GPS III SV01 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on December 23, 2018 at 13:51 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to medium Earth orbit. Booster B1054 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

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Mission details

LaunchedDecember 23, 2018 at 13:51 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 5
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitMedium Earth Orbit
Mission typeNavigation
BoosterB1054, 1st flight
LandingNo landing attempt

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-26 21:39 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

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GPS III SV01 questions

When did GPS III SV01 launch?

SpaceX launched GPS III SV01 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on December 23, 2018 at 13:51 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew GPS III SV01?

Booster B1054 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

Where can I watch GPS III SV01 again?

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

Answers as of October 26, 2026.