Mission details
| Launched | January 11, 2019 at 15:31 UTC |
|---|---|
| Status | Complete (Success) |
| Rocket | Falcon 9 Block 5 |
| Launch pad | Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA |
| Orbit | Polar Orbit |
| Mission type | Communications |
| Booster | B1049, 2nd flight (123 days since the last) |
| Landing | Landed: 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.
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Iridium-8 questions
When did Iridium-8 launch?
SpaceX launched Iridium-8 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on January 11, 2019 at 15:31 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.
Which booster flew Iridium-8?
Booster B1049 flew for the 2nd time, 123 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship JRTI.
Where can I watch Iridium-8 again?
The official SpaceX webcast is linked on this page, under Replay and sources.
Answers as of October 26, 2026.