SpaceX Launch Schedule 2026: Starship Flight 7 & Starlink Updates

UPCOMING MISSIONS

SpaceX Launch Schedule 2026:
The Ultimate Guide to Starship & Falcon 9

Stay updated with the latest SpaceX manifest, including Starlink deployments,
the revolutionary Starship test flights, and NASA's Artemis lunar missions.

Next Launch: March 17

Rocket: Falcon 9 / Starship

Status: GO for Launch

As of March 2026, SpaceX continues to dominate the global launch market with an unprecedented flight cadence. From the mass-production of Starlink V2 Mini satellites to the highly anticipated Starship Flight 7, this year marks a pivotal moment in human space exploration. Below is the comprehensive, real-time updated schedule for all major SpaceX operations.

🚀 Featured Major Missions (2026 Q1-Q2)

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Starlink Group 10-46

Date: March 17, 2026

Launching 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral (SLC-40). This mission targets a low Earth orbit to expand global high-speed internet.

Falcon 9 LEO

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Starship Flight 7 (S33/B14)

Date: NET April 2026

The first flight of Starship V3. This mission aims to demonstrate full reusability and deep-space orbital maneuvers from Starbase, Texas.

Starship V3 Interplanetary

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NASA Artemis II (Co-Op)

Date: April 1, 2026 (Target)

While SLS-led, SpaceX's HLS (Human Landing System) preparations are crucial for this crewed lunar flyby mission.

Moon Crewed

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SDA Tranche 1 Transport

Date: Late March 2026

A dedicated mission for the Space Development Agency, launching a constellation of military communication satellites from Vandenberg SFB.

Military Falcon 9

🛰️ Strategic Analysis of SpaceX Fleet

F9 - BLOCK 5

Falcon 9 Reusability

The Reliable Workhorse

The Falcon 9 has achieved over 620 successful launches. In 2026, individual boosters are now reaching 30+ flights, drastically reducing the cost per kg to orbit. Most Starlink missions now utilize "highly-flight-proven" boosters.

SS - V3

Starship Evolution

Mars and Beyond

The Starship V3 introduced in April 2026 features upgraded Raptor 3 engines with no external plumbing and increased propellant capacity, aiming for a total payload capacity of 100+ tons to LEO.

DRAGON 2

Human Spaceflight

NASA & Private Missions

Following Crew-12's success in February, SpaceX is preparing for Crew-13. Dragon remains the only U.S. vehicle capable of regular crew rotations to the ISS.

📅 2026 Monthly Launch Manifest (Highlights)

January - February Recap: SpaceX completed over 25 launches in the first two months, including the record-breaking 600th Falcon 9 flight and the successful docking of Crew-12 at the International Space Station.

March 2026:

• March 17: Starlink Group 10-46 (Cape Canaveral)
• March 19: Starlink Group 10-33 (Vandenberg)
• March 29: Transporter 16 (SSO Rideshare) - Launching dozens of microsats for global customers.

April 2026:

• Flight 7: Starship V3 Maiden Flight. This is the most significant milestone for SpaceX this year, testing the new booster recovery profile at Starbase.
• SDA Tranche 1 Tracking: Critical defense layer deployment for the US Space Force.

May - June 2026:

• CRS-34: Dragon cargo resupply mission to the ISS, carrying essential science experiments.
• MRV-1: SpaceLogistics Mission Robotic Vehicle, a pioneering satellite servicing mission.
• Rivada Constellation: Deployment of the first 24 satellites for the Rivada internet network.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch SpaceX launches live?

All SpaceX missions are streamed live on X (formerly Twitter) and the official SpaceX website. For NASA missions like Artemis or Crew rotations, NASA+ and YouTube provide multi-angle coverage.

What is the "Starship V3" upgrade?

Starship V3 is longer and more powerful than the V2 version. It utilizes Raptor 3 engines, which provide higher thrust and better cooling, allowing the ship to carry more cargo while being easier to manufacture and reuse.

Why are Starlink launches so frequent?

SpaceX aims to complete over 150 launches in 2026. Frequent Starlink flights are necessary to maintain the constellation's health and to roll out Direct-to-Cell capabilities worldwide.

 

📋 Key Takeaways for 2026

• Operational Dominance: Falcon 9 maintains a near-weekly launch cadence from both Florida and California.
• Starship Milestone: The transition to Starship V3 marks the beginning of high-capacity orbital testing.
• Lunar Focus: SpaceX’s participation in NASA’s Artemis program remains on track, with HLS development being a top priority.
• Global Connectivity: Starlink continues to expand with V2 Mini and Direct-to-Cell technology.