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Falcon 9 Block 5: Nova-C IM-3

expected Q1 2027

expected Q1 2027

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    Falcon 9 Block 5: Nova-C IM-3 is expected Q1 2027. The exact day has not been announced yet.

    SpaceX is preparing to launch Nova-C IM-3 on a Falcon 9 Block 5 from Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA. This is the third mission to the Moon for Intuitive Machines with its Nova-C lunar lander. It is to deliver 130 kg of payloads to the lunar surface. This mission also includes a rideshare possibility due to available excess capacity on the launch vehicle. Launch is expected in Q1 2027 and no firm date has been announced yet.

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    United States of AmericaCape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA
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    Launch Library 2

    Source last checked Oct 19, 2026

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