SpaceX Mission: Guidance for Viewing Crew-11's Lift-off to the International Space Station
Prepare for an exciting space adventure as the SpaceX Crew-11 mission is set to launch on July 31, 2025, at 12:09 p.m. EDT from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This mission will carry four astronauts—NASA’s Zena Cardman (commander) and Michael Fincke (pilot), JAXA’s Kimiya Yui, and Roscosmos’ Oleg Platonov—to the International Space Station (ISS).
The spacecraft, the Crew Dragon Endeavour, will embark on its sixth mission, launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket booster (B1094) which is on its third flight after refurbishment. Docking at the ISS is planned approximately on August 2, 2025, around 3 a.m. EDT.
For those eager to witness this historic event, NASA and SpaceX typically provide official live coverage on NASA TV and their websites during launch events. The live stream for Crew-11's launch can be expected to start about 20-30 minutes before the 12:09 p.m. EDT liftoff time, accessible via NASA’s official channels and SpaceX’s webcast platforms. The specific streaming link or channel will be announced closer to the launch date on official websites.
The crew, consisting of astronauts from NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos, will work on a range of scientific research projects during their stay aboard the space station, which is expected to last at least six months. The mission continues the NASA Commercial Crew Program’s efforts to rotate crews and conduct science aboard the ISS in partnership with international agencies.
Crew-11 is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program and marks a significant step in SpaceX and NASA’s ongoing collaboration for crewed space missions. Viewers can join the livestream several hours before the launch and watch as the crew makes their way to the launchpad, enters the Crew Dragon capsule atop the Falcon 9 rocket, and eventually blasts off into space.
Stay tuned for updates on SpaceX and NASA’s social channels, as inclement weather and technical issues could cause the launch to be rescheduled. During their stay, the crew may also participate in spacewalks outside the orbital facility, adding another layer of excitement to this groundbreaking mission.
- This mission, in partnership with space-and-astronomy agencies NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos, will see the astronauts implementing a range of scientific research projects using advanced technology aboard the International Space Station (ISS), furthering the goals of the NASA Commercial Crew Program.
- As technology advances and transforms our understanding of science, viewers worldwide can witness the thrilling liftoff of the SpaceX Crew-11 mission, which will be live-streamed by NASA and SpaceX, providing a unique opportunity to follow the crew's journey to space and their groundbreaking work aboard the ISS.
