How to read the rocket launch schedule?
The schedule shows the nearest planned rocket launches and space missions in the order of their expected start. For each mission, you will find the available launch date, the operator, the rocket being used, and information on whether the date has already been confirmed.
Not every launch has an exact time provided right away. For some missions, initially only the day, month, quarter, or an approximate launch window is known. If the exact date has not yet been announced, we show the most precise information currently available. This way, we do not assign missions an artificial date or time just to place them on the calendar.
Why can launch dates change?
Rocket launch dates often change. This may be due to technical preparations, weather conditions, infrastructure availability at the spaceport, payload readiness, or decisions by the mission operator. A launch delay does not necessarily mean there is a problem with the rocket - it is a normal part of preparations for many space missions.
The SkyLep schedule is updated as new information becomes available. If the operator provides a more precise date or the launch is postponed, the change will also appear on the list.
What can you find on a specific mission’s page?
Clicking on a selected launch takes you to a page with mission details. Depending on the available data, you can find information there about the flight’s purpose, payload, operator, rocket, launch site, and planned date. For selected missions, we also publish additional editorial descriptions and information about available coverage.