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Falcon 9 · August 30, 2020

SpaceX Falcon 9 SAOCOM 1B launch

SpaceX launched SAOCOM 1B on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on August 30, 2020 at 23:18 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success. The mission went to sun-synchronous orbit. Booster B1059 flew for the 4th time, 78 days after its previous flight, and landed at LZ-1.

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Mission details

LaunchedAugust 30, 2020 at 23:18 UTC
StatusComplete (Success)
RocketFalcon 9 Block 5
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitSun-Synchronous Orbit
Mission typeCommunications
BoosterB1059, 4th flight (78 days since the last)
LandingLanded: landing zone LZ-1

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

SAOCOM 1B questions

When did SAOCOM 1B launch?

SpaceX launched SAOCOM 1B on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on August 30, 2020 at 23:18 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.

Which booster flew SAOCOM 1B?

Booster B1059 flew for the 4th time, 78 days after its previous flight, and landed at LZ-1.

Where can I watch SAOCOM 1B again?

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

Answers as of October 26, 2026.