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Falcon 9 · October 9, 2017

SpaceX Falcon 9 Iridium-3 launch

SpaceX launched Iridium-3 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on October 9, 2017 at 12:37 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to low Earth orbit. Booster B1041 flew for the 1st time, and landed on the droneship JRTI.

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Mission details

LaunchedOctober 9, 2017 at 12:37 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 4
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA
OrbitLow Earth Orbit
Mission typeCommunications
BoosterB1041, 1st flight
LandingLanded: droneship JRTI

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.

FAQ

Iridium-3 questions

When did Iridium-3 launch?

SpaceX launched Iridium-3 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on October 9, 2017 at 12:37 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew Iridium-3?

Booster B1041 flew for the 1st time, and landed on the droneship JRTI.

Where can I watch Iridium-3 again?

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

Answers as of October 26, 2026.