upcoming Launch Vehicle Development
Starship Flight 12 (V3)
→ Orbital
Debut of the upgraded Version 3 Starship (~408 ft tall, 100+ metric tons to LEO) using Booster 19 and Ship 39. First launch from the new Starbase Pad 2. Booster 19 completed a 33-engine static fire on April 15, 2026 and Ship 39 static-fired April 14. Targets May 2026.
Launch date
May 1, 2026
Operator
Launch provider
SpaceX
Destination
Orbital
Mission type
test flight
Status
upcoming
Mission overview
Debut of the upgraded Version 3 Starship (~408 ft tall, 100+ metric tons to LEO) using Booster 19 and Ship 39. First launch from the new Starbase Pad 2. Booster 19 completed a 33-engine static fire on April 15, 2026 and Ship 39 static-fired April 14. Targets May 2026.
Frequently asked about Starship Flight 12 (V3)
- When did Starship Flight 12 (V3) launch?
- Starship Flight 12 (V3) launched on May 1, 2026 aboard SpaceX. Current status: upcoming.
- What is Starship Flight 12 (V3)'s destination?
- Starship Flight 12 (V3) is heading to Orbital. Operated by SpaceX.
- Who operates Starship Flight 12 (V3)?
- Starship Flight 12 (V3) is operated by SpaceX.