SpaceX launch: Unmanned Crew Dragon LAUNCH SUCCESS

Private firm SpaceX carried out an incredible launch of its human spaceflight vehicle including landing a new reusable rocket.

The capsule, which contains a test dummy but will one day carry people, is now on its way to the International Space Station.

If the test continues to go to plan, it will be approved to carry humans into space

California-based SpaceX launched its unmanned module from Cape Canaveral, Florida, today at 7.48am GMT (2.48am EST) and the module is expected to arrive at the ISS about 11am GMT tomorrow.

Follow Express.co.uk for updates on the historic launch. Times in GMT.