SITEKennedy Space Center LC-39A →
ORBITLunar trajectory
MISSION OVERVIEW
Intended third Moon landing mission that became a ‘successful failure’ after oxygen tank explosion. Crew safely returned to Earth after dramatic rescue efforts.
LAUNCH DETAILS
LAUNCH TIME VERIFICATION
UNKNOWN
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the Saturn V | Apollo 13 launch?
The Saturn V | Apollo 13 is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 1970 at 7:13 PM UTC. This is the NET (No Earlier Than) time and may be subject to change. Current status: Partial.
What rocket is being used for Saturn V | Apollo 13?
The Saturn V | Apollo 13 mission uses the Saturn V rocket.
Where is the Saturn V | Apollo 13 launching from?
The launch takes place from Kennedy Space Center LC-39A.
What orbit is Saturn V | Apollo 13 going to?
The Saturn V | Apollo 13 mission is targeting Lunar trajectory.
Who is launching Saturn V | Apollo 13?
The Saturn V | Apollo 13 is operated by NASA.
Can I watch the Saturn V | Apollo 13 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 21:43 UTC
Launch added to tracker
Imported from Launch Library 2 API
Mar 28, 2026 21:43 UTC
Launch date set: Apr 11, 1970 at 19:13 UTC
NET (No Earlier Than) confirmed by NASA
Mar 28, 2026 21:43 UTC
Status: Partial
Updated via Launch Library 2
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Mission Profile
Saturn V | Apollo 13 was a Saturn V mission operated by NASA that lifted off from Kennedy Space Center LC-39A on April 11, 1970. The flight carried its payload to Lunar trajectory.