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Falcon 9 · October 8, 2012

SpaceX Falcon 9 SpX CRS-1 launch

SpaceX launched SpX CRS-1 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on October 8, 2012 at 00:35 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a partial failure: Dragon was placed into the correct orbit after a first stage engine failed during ascent. However, an Orbcomm secondary payload was placed into a lower than planned orbit and subsequently lost. The mission went to low Earth orbit. It carried Dragon C103 to International Space Station. Booster B0006 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

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Mission details

LaunchedOctober 8, 2012 at 00:35 UTC
StatusPartial (Partial Failure)
RocketFalcon 9 v1.0
Launch padSpace Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL
OrbitLow Earth Orbit
Mission typeResupply
BoosterB0006, 1st flight
LandingNo landing attempt
SpacecraftDragon C103

Times in UTC. Data from Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, last changed 2026-10-27 00:52 UTC. Launch times move often; check the official page on launch day.

FAQ

SpX CRS-1 questions

When did SpX CRS-1 launch?

SpaceX launched SpX CRS-1 on a Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL on October 8, 2012 at 00:35 UTC. Launch Library 2 records it as a partial failure.

Which booster flew SpX CRS-1?

Booster B0006 flew for the 1st time, and was not recovered.

Where can I watch SpX CRS-1 again?

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

Answers as of October 27, 2026.