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technology1 month ago•16 min saved

SpaceX Falcon 9 Poised for Sunday Sunrise Liftoff at Vandenberg

SpaceX is targeting a Falcon 9 liftoff from Vandenberg Space Force Base’s Space Launch Complex-4 on Sunday morning between 7:17 and 11:17 a.m., with a backup window Monday if needed. The first stage will attempt a landing on the droneship Of Course I Still Love You in the Pacific. A live webcast will be available at spacex.com/launches and on X; spectators can view from spots around Lompoc, Harris Grade Road, and Moonglow/Stardust roads, with sunrise launches offering potentially picturesque views.

via noozhawk.com|

#falcon-9 #rocket-launch #spaceflight

science-and-technology1 month ago•1 min saved

SpaceX Launches and Sightings in Colorado and California in Early 2026

A bright light trail observed in western Colorado was caused by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch of the COSMO-SkyMed satellite from California, visible across much of the western US, with sonic booms reported in California.

via kdvr.com|

#colorado-sky #cosmo-skymed #rocket-launch

science-and-technology2 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX Delays and Reschedules Rocket Launches from California

A delay in SpaceX's Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base has occurred due to a ground system glitch, now scheduled for Sunday evening, with the mission to deploy the COSMO-SkyMed satellite for Italy, and the first-stage booster will land at Vandenberg, potentially producing sonic booms audible in nearby counties.

via Noozhawk|

#cosmo-skymed #ground-system-issue #rocket-launch

science-and-technology2 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX to Launch Italian Satellite on Final Falcon 9 Flight of 2025 Saturday

SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Saturday at 6:08 p.m., with a backup on Sunday, to deliver the COSMO-SkyMed Next Generation mission for Italy. The first-stage booster will land about eight minutes after launch, and residents in nearby counties may hear sonic booms. The launch will be webcast live, and viewing spots are available around Lompoc.

via Noozhawk|

#cosmo-skymed #falcon-9 #rocket-launch

science2 months ago•2 min saved

India Launches Record-Breaking BlueBird 6 Satellite for AST SpaceMobile

An Indian LVM3 rocket successfully launched the BlueBird 6 satellite for AST SpaceMobile, setting a record with the largest communication arrays ever deployed in low Earth orbit, as part of a project to provide broadband directly to smartphones.

via Space|

#ast-spacemobile #bluebird-6 #india

space2 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX Achieves Multiple Starlink Launches and Record-Breaking Landings

SpaceX successfully launched its 30th flight of the Falcon 9 booster B1063 from Vandenberg, deploying Starlink satellites and continuing its certification process for up to 40 flights per booster, with a total of 167 Falcon 9 launches expected in 2025.

via Spaceflight Now|

#falcon-9 #rocket-launch #space

science-and-technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Ariane 6 to Launch First Pair of Galileo Satellites

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket is set to launch its first pair of Galileo navigation satellites, marking a significant milestone for the vehicle's role in Europe's space capabilities, reducing reliance on external launch providers like SpaceX and Russia.

via Space|

#ariane-6 #european-space-agency #galileo-satellites

science-and-technology2 months ago•3 min saved

SpaceX's Ongoing Launch Successes from Florida and Vandenberg

A Falcon 9 rocket launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base successfully deploying 27 Starlink satellites amid dense fog, continuing SpaceX's busy launch schedule with reusable boosters and fairings that reduce costs and turnaround times.

via Noozhawk|

#falcon-9 #rocket-launch #science-and-technology

science2 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX Launches Multiple Starlink Satellites from Florida and Vandenberg

SpaceX successfully launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral using a Falcon 9 rocket, which completed its 25th flight and safely landed back on a drone ship, contributing to SpaceX's extensive satellite constellation and record number of launches in 2025.

via Space|

#falcon-9 #florida #rocket-launch

science-and-technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Blue Origin and NASA Delays Mars Missions Due to Weather and Cloud Rules

Blue Origin's planned Mars mission launch was scrubbed due to weather conditions, specifically the cumulus cloud rule related to lightning safety, highlighting the importance of weather considerations in rocket launches.

via IFLScience|

#blue-origin #cloud-rule #mars-mission

science-and-technology3 months ago•2 min saved

Blue Origin and NASA face weather delays on Mars mission launches

Blue Origin postponed its second New Glenn rocket launch due to poor weather conditions, aiming to reschedule soon. The launch is crucial for testing booster recovery and supporting NASA's Mars mission, amid increasing competition with SpaceX in the commercial space race.

via The Guardian|

#blue-origin #new-glenn #rocket-launch

science3 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX Launches Multiple Starlink Satellites from Cape Canaveral and California

SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral using a Falcon 9 rocket, marking another record in their increasing launch cadence, with the first stage successfully landing on a droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. The satellites are part of the expanding Starlink constellation providing global internet coverage.

via Space|

#falcon-9 #rocket-launch #satellites

space3 months ago•4 min saved

Blue Origin's New Glenn Set for Second Launch Amid Busy Week

Blue Origin is preparing for the second launch of its New Glenn rocket, which will carry NASA's ESCAPADE probes to Mars and attempt to recover its booster for the second time, aiming to demonstrate reusability and compete in the heavy-lift launch market. The launch is crucial for Blue Origin's reputation and future contracts, with success potentially reshaping the industry.

via Gizmodo|

#blue-origin #booster-recovery #nasa-mission

science3 months ago•2 min saved

Ariane 6 and Sentinel-1D Prepare for Major Space Launches

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket is launching its fourth mission, carrying the Sentinel-1D satellite for the EU's Copernicus program, which provides critical radar imagery for various applications, marking its third successful launch after debuting in July 2024.

via Space|

#ariane-6 #earth-observation #european-space-agency

science-and-technology4 months ago•1 min saved

SpaceX to Launch 28 Starlink Satellites from Vandenberg on Monday

SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday at 2:12 p.m., aiming to deploy 28 Starlink satellites, with potential sonic booms heard in nearby areas and options for live viewing online and in person.

via Noozhawk|

#falcon-9 #rocket-launch #science-and-technology