SPACEX
Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8
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Dec 3, 2013 at 22:41 UTC
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PADSpace Launch Complex 40
SITECape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA →ORBITGeostationary Transfer Orbit
TYPECommunications
MISSION OVERVIEW
SES-8 is a geostationary communications satellite, providing broadcasting and network services for South Asia and India.
LAUNCH DETAILS
VEHICLE
Falcon 9AGENCY
SpaceXMISSION
SES-8
MISSION TYPE
Communications
TARGET ORBIT
Geostationary Transfer Orbit
LAUNCH PAD
Space Launch Complex 40LAUNCH SITE
Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USACOUNTRY
USA
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
CONFIRMEDPrecision: Half-year
LAUNCH LIBRARY 2 PRIMARY
API ID: e2431691-6019-43c3-a2a7-fc46865fef35
Reported date: Dec 3, 2013 at 22:41 UTC
Last synced: 2 minutes ago
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BOOSTER — B1004
#1THIS FLIGHT
1TOTAL FLIGHTS
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First flight: Dec 3, 2013
VEHICLE — Falcon 9 →
MANUFACTURER
SpaceX
VARIANT
v1.1
FLIGHTS
15
SUCCESSES
14
SUCCESS RATE
93.3%
Falcon 9 v1.1 is a significantly redesigned version of the its predecessor, including a higher payload capacity. This version arranges the engines in a structural form SpaceX calls an Octaweb.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 launch?
The Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 is scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 10:41 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: SUCCESS.
What rocket is being used for SES-8?
The Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 mission uses the Falcon 9 rocket, manufactured by SpaceX. The Falcon 9 has flown 15 times with a 93.3% success rate.
Where is the Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 launching from?
The launch takes place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA.
What orbit is SES-8 going to?
The SES-8 mission is targeting Geostationary Transfer Orbit.
Who is launching SES-8?
The Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 is operated by SpaceX.
Can I watch the Falcon 9 v1.1 | SES-8 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 29, 2026 00:03 UTC
Launch added to tracker
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Mar 29, 2026 00:03 UTC
Launch date set: Dec 3, 2013 at 22:41 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by SpaceX
Mar 29, 2026 00:03 UTC
Launch completed successfully
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LIVE DATA SOURCES
Last data sync: 2 minutes ago
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Launch ID: e2431691-6019-43c3-a2a7-fc46865fef35
●Open-Meteo Weather5 days ago
Pad weather at 28.56, -80.58
Mission Profile
SES-8 was a Falcon 9 v1.1 mission operated by SpaceX that lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40, Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA on December 3, 2013. The flight carried its payload on a communications mission to Geostationary Transfer Orbit. The mission flew on first stage B1004. The launch was a success.