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SpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 rocket, marking the 17th flight for the first stage booster. The liftoff occurred at 6:40 p.m., with the booster landing on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship in the Atlantic Ocean following stage separation.
SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base to deliver the U.S. Space Force's WSF-M satellite to low Earth orbit, providing crucial weather data for military operations. The launch is scheduled for Thursday morning with a backup opportunity on Friday, and the rocket's first stage booster is expected to be landed back on land, resulting in a potential sonic boom across several counties in California.
SpaceX launched another Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, carrying 21 Starlink internet satellites into low-Earth orbit as part of the Starlink Mission. This launch follows a previous one just a week ago, and the satellites are part of a constellation designed to provide high-speed internet globally. The satellites can be visible in the night sky under specific conditions, and SpaceX continues to expand its presence in space technology.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch in Florida created a rare cloud formation known as noctilucent clouds, visible across the state. The clouds, formed by the rocket's exhaust in the upper atmosphere, were illuminated by solar rays before sunrise, giving them a luminescent appearance. The launch deployed 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit, and the phenomenon was caused by the interaction of water vapor, dust, and low temperatures at high altitudes.
The launch of a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 20 Starlink satellites from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base was visible in Southern Utah, prompting awe and curiosity among locals. The rocket launch coincided with the passing of the International Space Station overhead, providing a double space spectacle for eagle-eyed observers in the region.
SpaceX is set to launch its 30th cargo mission to the International Space Station (ISS) for NASA, delivering food, supplies, equipment, and scientific experiments. The mission, CRS-30, will lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Thursday and arrive at the ISS on Saturday. The Dragon capsule will spend about a month attached to the ISS before returning to Earth with scientific gear.
SpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral using a Falcon 9 rocket, marking the 13th flight for the first stage booster. The booster landed on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean following stage separation.
SpaceX is set to launch its Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Crew Dragon Endeavour spacecraft on the Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station. The quartet of astronauts includes three first-time space travelers and will mark the fifth flight of the Crew Dragon Endeavour spacecraft. The mission aims to maintain a continuous presence of astronauts in space and will also see the launch of a new Falcon 9 first stage booster.
SpaceX has rolled out the Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule for the upcoming Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) for NASA, scheduled to launch on March 1. The mission will carry NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barrett, Jeannette Epps, and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin for a six-month stay, replacing the Crew-7 astronauts. This will be the eighth operational astronaut mission that SpaceX flies to the ISS for NASA, while Boeing is preparing for its first crewed mission with the Starliner capsule in mid-April.
SpaceX is set to launch 24 Starlink V2 Mini satellites on its Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, marking the 11th dedicated Starlink launch of 2024. The company has increased the satellite capacity for each launch, with the upcoming mission including one more second-generation satellite than previous flights. Additionally, SpaceX has announced a partnership with The Bahamas, allowing for Falcon 9 booster landings in Bahamian waters and providing enhanced internet access through Starlink for the country.
SpaceX has postponed the launch of its Starlink satellites to Sunday at 4:34 p.m. ET after scrubbing Saturday night's attempt. The liftoff will take place at Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with the Falcon 9 rocket expected to send up the Starlink 6-39 mission. The 24 satellites are intended to join the existing constellation in low-Earth orbit to provide internet service, and the first-stage booster is anticipated to make its 13th flight before landing on SpaceX’s droneship.
SpaceX successfully launched its 16th Falcon 9 rocket of the year, deploying a powerful Indonesian communications satellite, Merah Putih 2, into orbit. The satellite, operated by Telkomsat, is designed to provide high-speed data coverage for Indonesia. This launch marks SpaceX's 301st since the rocket's debut in 2010, with the company expecting to launch over 140 rockets this year. Additionally, SpaceX is preparing for the launch of three NASA astronauts and a Russian to the International Space Station on March 1.
NASA and SpaceX are set to launch the PACE mission, aimed at examining Earth's oceans, using a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The mission, scheduled for 1:33 a.m. ET on Tuesday, will mark the first U.S. government polar orbit launch from Cape Canaveral in over 60 years. The spacecraft, named PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem), is designed to observe ocean ecosystems and air quality, with NASA's head of science emphasizing its importance in understanding the health of oceans and air. The launch can be watched on NASA's YouTube channel or by registering as a virtual guest for updates and mission-specific information.
SpaceX is set to launch NASA's PACE mission, aimed at studying the Earth's oceans and atmosphere, from Cape Canaveral. This will be the first U.S. government mission targeting a polar orbit from the site in over 60 years. The Falcon 9 rocket will carry the Earth-observing spacecraft, and the launch is scheduled for 1:33 a.m. EST. The mission aims to increase understanding of phytoplankton, aerosols, and their impact on the environment. The total cost of the mission is $948 million, with NASA paying SpaceX about $81 million for the launch services.
NASA's PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) spacecraft is set to launch atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to map out the ocean's health by collecting data on clouds, aerosols, and phytoplankton growth. The satellite, with a cost of $948 million, will orbit 420 miles above Earth and contribute to NASA’s global satellite observations of ocean biology and key measurements related to air quality and climate. This launch is part of a busy year for SpaceX, aiming to launch 144 missions in 2024.