MISSION OVERVIEW
SpaceX launched multiple satellites for the Space Development Agency’s Transport Layer Tranche 0 constellation aboard a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg’s SLC-4E. The SDA-0A mission deployed interconnected satellites designed to create a resilient military communications network in low Earth orbit. This successful launch represented a significant milestone for the Pentagon’s plans to build a proliferated constellation of small satellites for national security missions.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXTARGET ORBIT
Low Earth Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
SLC-4ELAUNCH SITE
Vandenberg Space Force BaseLAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
UNKNOWN
SPACEX API
Cross-referenced with community SpaceX data
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 | SDA-0A launch?
The Falcon 9 | SDA-0A is scheduled for Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 12:16 AM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: Success.
What rocket is being used for Falcon 9 | SDA-0A?
The Falcon 9 | SDA-0A mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket.
Where is the Falcon 9 | SDA-0A launching from?
The launch takes place from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
What orbit is Falcon 9 | SDA-0A going to?
The Falcon 9 | SDA-0A mission is targeting Low Earth Orbit.
Who is launching Falcon 9 | SDA-0A?
The Falcon 9 | SDA-0A is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 | SDA-0A 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
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Launch date set: Aug 31, 2023 at 00:16 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Mar 28, 2026 00:28 UTC
Status: Success
Updated via Launch Library 2
LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 20 minutes ago
Mission Profile
Falcon 9 | SDA-0A was a Falcon 9 mission operated by SpaceX that lifted off from SLC-4E, Vandenberg Space Force Base on August 31, 2023. The flight carried its payload to Low Earth Orbit.