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Star Citizen Free Fly 2026

Free Fly events let anyone download and play Star Citizen for free for 1–2 weeks. I've watched dozens of friends do the same thing wrong: sign up, play, eventually buy a ship — only to find the referral code field disappeared on day two. Add my code at signup so the 50,000 UEC bonus locks in for whenever you decide to upgrade. Even if that's six months from now.

Invictus Launch Week 2026 starts May 14 — military ships free to test for 13 days. Sign up now with the code below to lock in the bonus. Sign up →
STAR-JTV7-FXLR

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Enter at signup → 50,000 UEC credited automatically when you later buy a Game Package.

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✓ Verified ✓ Free Fly = $0 to play ✓ Bonus locks in for later

Why use a referral code during Free Fly?

You don't have to buy anything to play during Free Fly. But the 24-hour grace period for adding a referral code starts the moment you create your RSI account — not when you eventually buy. Most players miss the window without realizing.

The trap most new players fall into

I've watched this happen multiple times: someone in our org creates an account on Tuesday to try the free fly, plays all week, decides they love it, and buys a starter package on Saturday. Then they open Account → Referral Program — and the code field is gone. The 24-hour window expired five days earlier. 50,000 UEC: lost forever. It's the most common new-player mistake I see during every free fly window.

The fix: add code STAR-JTV7-FXLR the moment you create the account. The bonus stays dormant until you actually buy a Game Package — could be the same day, could be six months later. The instant you upgrade, 50,000 UEC drops into your account automatically.

Star Citizen Free Fly events 2026

CIG runs three to five Free Fly events per year. The two largest are Invictus Launch Week (May) and IAE (November).

EventDates 2026What's free
Invictus Launch Week Starts May 14 May 14 – May 27 Military and security ships from Aegis, Anvil, Drake, RSI
Alien Week September (TBA) Alien-manufactured ships — Banu, Xi'an, Vanduul
Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE) Biggest November 19 – December 5 Every flyable ship in the game — rotating manufacturer per day

Dates and ship rosters are confirmed by Roberts Space Industries closer to each event. The May and November windows are stable year-on-year.

How to start Star Citizen during Free Fly

  1. Create an RSI account with the referral code

    Use the one-click Enlist Now link above — code STAR-JTV7-FXLR is pre-filled. This locks in your 50,000 UEC bonus for if/when you upgrade.

  2. Download the RSI Launcher

    From your account dashboard. Roughly 100 GB install — start it before you go to bed.

  3. Wait for the Free Fly window to open

    During the event window, the launcher unlocks the live game without any purchase.

  4. Test ships and decide

    Try the rotating roster of free ships. If you decide to buy a Game Package ($45+), the 50,000 UEC bonus credits to your account automatically.

Free Fly FAQ

When is the next Star Citizen Free Fly event?
Invictus Launch Week 2026 runs May 14 to May 27, 2026 — every flyable military ship is free to test. The next event after that is the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE) in November 2026, when every flyable ship in the game is free to test for two weeks.
Do I need a referral code to do Free Fly?
No, Free Fly does not require a referral code or any purchase. But you should still enter referral code STAR-JTV7-FXLR when creating your account — it locks in a 50,000 UEC bonus that becomes active if you later buy a Game Package, even months later.
Can I add a referral code after signing up for Free Fly?
Yes — but only within 24 hours of creating your RSI account. Log in, open Account → Referral Program, paste STAR-JTV7-FXLR, and confirm. After 24 hours the field disappears permanently.
When do I receive the 50,000 UEC bonus?
The 50,000 UEC is granted only when you purchase a qualifying Game Package (around $45). If you only Free Fly and don't buy, the bonus stays attached but isn't activated. The moment you buy a package — Mustang Alpha, Aurora MR, etc. — the 50,000 UEC is credited automatically.
How do I download Star Citizen for Free Fly?
Create an account at robertsspaceindustries.com/enlist (use referral code STAR-JTV7-FXLR), then download the RSI Launcher from your account dashboard. The launcher installs Star Citizen, which is around 100 GB. During Free Fly the game launches without any purchase.
What ships can I fly during Invictus Launch Week 2026?
Invictus features the military and security ship lineup — typically including the Aegis Gladius, Anvil Hornet, Aegis Avenger Titan, Drake Cutlass series, RSI Polaris, and more. The exact roster is announced by Roberts Space Industries each year just before the event.
What is the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE)?
IAE is the largest annual Star Citizen event, held in late November / early December. Every flyable ship in the game is free to test, manufacturers showcase ships day-by-day, and many starter packages get small discounts. It is the best window for new players to try the game.

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