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Falcon 9 · December 17, 2024

SpaceX Falcon 9 NROL-149 launch

SpaceX launched NROL-149 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on December 17, 2024 at 13:19 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to low Earth orbit for the National Reconnaissance Office. Booster B1063 flew for the 22nd time, 53 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship OCISLY.

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Mission details

LaunchedDecember 17, 2024 at 13:19 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 5
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA
OrbitLow Earth Orbit
Mission typeGovernment/Top Secret
CustomerNational Reconnaissance Office
BoosterB1063, 22nd flight (53 days since the last)
LandingLanded: droneship OCISLY

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-25 23:57 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

FAQ

NROL-149 questions

When did NROL-149 launch?

SpaceX launched NROL-149 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on December 17, 2024 at 13:19 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew NROL-149?

Booster B1063 flew for the 22nd time, 53 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship OCISLY.

Where can I watch NROL-149 again?

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

Answers as of October 25, 2026.