Mission details
| Launched | December 3, 2018 at 18:34 UTC |
|---|---|
| Status | Complete (Success) |
| Rocket | Falcon 9 Block 5 |
| Launch pad | Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA |
| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
| Mission type | Dedicated Rideshare |
| Booster | B1046, 3rd flight (118 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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Spaceflight SSO-A questions
When did Spaceflight SSO-A launch?
SpaceX launched Spaceflight SSO-A on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA on December 3, 2018 at 18:34 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a success.
Which booster flew Spaceflight SSO-A?
Booster B1046 flew for the 3rd time, 118 days after its previous flight, and landed on the droneship JRTI.
Where can I watch Spaceflight SSO-A again?
The official SpaceX webcast is linked on this page, under Replay and sources.
Answers as of October 26, 2026.