Boeing to Launch Starliner Mission in May 2024

Early Launch Date Announced

Boeing has announced that it plans to launch its first-ever Starliner astronaut mission for NASA as early as May 6, 2024. This critical test flight will demonstrate the spacecraft's capabilities and pave the way for future human spaceflight missions.

Launch Preparations Begin

Preparations for the Starliner launch campaign will commence 45 days prior to liftoff. United Launch Alliance (ULA) will begin stacking an Atlas V rocket at Space Launch Complex 41 in preparation for launch.

Targeted Launch Time

The launch of the ULA Atlas V rocket and Boeing Starliner spacecraft is scheduled for 12:25 p.m. EST on the targeted launch date.

New Crew Access Tower

The Starliner's crew access tower is a significant new addition to Florida's Space Coast. It is the first new access tower built since the Apollo era.

Ongoing Updates

Boeing will continue to provide updates on the mission's progress, including any changes to the proposed launch date.