flown by SpaceX USA

Iridium NEXT-5

Success
MAR 30201814:14:00 UTC

Fifth batch of ten Iridium NEXT satellites, and SpaceX's second attempt to catch a returning payload fairing half using the recovery vessel Mr. Steven. The attempt failed when the parafoil lines twisted, sending the fairing half into the ocean wide of the ship.

launched from SLC-4E Vandenberg

aboard Falcon 9 B4 F9-051 into LEO

Broadcast

Watch how the launch went

Booster

B1041.2

no recovery attempt

Payload

Iridium NEXT-5 (10 satellites)

Communications

last updated May 30, 2026