R-1
T-9d 0h 25m until launch
Track Live on 3D Globe →| Rocket | Falcon 9 |
|---|---|
| Provider | SpaceX |
| Target Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
| Status | To Be Confirmed |
| Launch Time | Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:52:00 UTC |
| Launch Pad | Space Launch Complex 4E — Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA |
Mission
Possibly a batch of classified LEO satellites for a US government entity based on SpaceX’s Starshield satellite bus, based on locations of rocket stage drop zones being exact fits with previous Starlink Group 15 launches. Details TBD.
ObjectTracer tracks every rocket launch worldwide with real-time 3D globe visualization. View the launch pad location, track the rocket's trajectory live, and explore mission details.
How to track R-1
- Open the live 3D globe — the launch pad (Space Launch Complex 4E — Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA) is pinned at its real coordinates.
- Watch the live countdown to lift-off and the planned ascent path.
- Explore SpaceX's other missions and the global launch schedule.
Frequently asked questions
When does R-1 launch?
The R-1 launch window opens Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:52:00 UTC from Space Launch Complex 4E — Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. ObjectTracer shows a live countdown to lift-off.
What rocket is launching R-1?
R-1 is set to fly on a Falcon 9 operated by SpaceX, targeting Low Earth Orbit.
How can I track R-1 live?
Open ObjectTracer's 3D globe to see the launch pad location, a real-time countdown and the rocket's trajectory. Tracking begins automatically near lift-off.
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