When is the next Falcon Heavy launch?

The next Falcon Heavy launch is Griffin Mission One from Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA, scheduled for NET Dec 2026. The date is not yet confirmed and may change.

Where does Falcon Heavy launch from?

Recent and upcoming Falcon Heavy launches fly from Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA.

Who operates Falcon Heavy?

Falcon Heavy launches are operated by SpaceX.

How reliable is Falcon Heavy?

3 of 3 completed launches in Orbit's records since April 2026 were successful.

Can I watch the launch live?

Yes. Each launch page shows the official live stream when the provider publishes one, plus a countdown in your local time. Sign up free to get a notification before launch.

Next Falcon Heavy launch: NET Dec 2026

Falcon Heavy straps three Falcon 9 cores together to lift heavy national-security payloads and deep-space missions. Launches are rare, and the twin side-booster landings back at Cape Canaveral are one of the best sights in spaceflight.

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Next launch

Griffin Mission One

Falcon Heavy · SpaceX

NET Dec 2026Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA

TBD

Upcoming schedule

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SpaceX · Falcon Heavy
TBD
NET 2027Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA
Placeholder date: Only a rough date (month, quarter or year) has been published. Expect it to change.
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Recent launches

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Fri 2 Oct 2026, 03:54 UTC · Falcon Heavy
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Wed 29 Apr 2026, 14:13 UTC · Falcon Heavy
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Frequently asked questions

When is the next Falcon Heavy launch?: The next Falcon Heavy launch is Griffin Mission One from Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA, scheduled for NET Dec 2026. The date is not yet confirmed and may change.
Where does Falcon Heavy launch from?: Recent and upcoming Falcon Heavy launches fly from Kennedy Space Center, FL, USA.
Who operates Falcon Heavy?: Falcon Heavy launches are operated by SpaceX.
How reliable is Falcon Heavy?: 3 of 3 completed launches in Orbit's records since April 2026 were successful.
Can I watch the launch live?: Yes. Each launch page shows the official live stream when the provider publishes one, plus a countdown in your local time. Sign up free to get a notification before launch.

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