NextLaunchRocket launch FAQ
When is the next rocket launch?
The next rocket launch is Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 15-18 by SpaceX from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA, scheduled for Oct 30, 2026 04:02 UTC. The countdown above updates live.
When is the next SpaceX launch?
The next SpaceX launch is Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 15-18 on Oct 30, 2026 04:02 UTC from Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. See the next SpaceX launch page.
Are launch times shown in my time zone?
Yes. Every launch time on NextLaunchTime is converted to your device’s local time zone automatically, with UTC as a fallback.
How often is the launch schedule updated?
Every 30 minutes, using Launch Library 2 data from The Space Devs. Launch dates often slip – check back close to launch.
Can I add rocket launches to my calendar?
Yes. Subscribe to the free launch calendar in Google, Apple or Outlook calendar and every launch appears automatically.
What does NET mean in a launch date?
NET means “No Earlier Than”. The launch will not happen before that time, but it can slip later because of weather, technical checks or range conflicts.
What is a launch window?
The span of time in which a rocket can launch and still reach its target orbit. Some windows are instantaneous; others last hours.
What does T-minus mean?
T-minus is the time remaining until liftoff (T-0). After liftoff the clock counts up as T-plus.
Where does the launch data come from?
From Launch Library 2 by The Space Devs, a community-maintained database of launches worldwide.