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MISSION OVERVIEW
Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A is one of five missions by the United States Space Force Space Development Agency (SDA) for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Tranche 1 Tracking Layer constellation, which will provide global indications, warning, tracking, and targeting of advanced missile threats, including hypersonic missile systems.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXMISSION
SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A
MISSION TYPE
Government/Top Secret
TARGET ORBIT
Polar Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 4ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
TENTATIVEPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: 2d0472b9-463d-49c8-afb1-7925e49a3368
Reported date: Jun 30, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
Last synced: 5 hours ago
SPACEX API
Cross-referenced with community SpaceX data
This launch date is approximate. The provider has not confirmed an exact date or time yet. The schedule may change.
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VEHICLE — Falcon 9 →
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
Block 5
FLIGHTS
580
SUCCESSES
579
SUCCESS RATE
99.8%
Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The Block 5 variant is the fifth major interval aimed at improving upon the ability for rapid reusability.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A launch?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: TBD.
What rocket is being used for SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 580 times with a 99.8% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA.
What orbit is SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A going to?
The SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A mission is targeting Polar Orbit.
Who is launching SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A?
The Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 Block 5 | SDA Tranche 1 Tracking Layer A launch live?
Yes. Visit the launch detail page on Space Launch Live for embedded YouTube webcasts, replay videos, and links to live coverage from SpaceX, NASA, NASASpaceflight, and other channels.
LAUNCH TIMELINE
Apr 29, 2026 02:13 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Apr 29, 2026 02:13 UTC
Launch date set: Jun 30, 2026 at 00:00 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 5 hours ago
●Launch Library 25 hours ago
Launch ID: 2d0472b9-463d-49c8-afb1-7925e49a3368
●Open-Meteo Weather5 hours ago
Pad weather at 34.63, -120.61
