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Space Coast’s Next Launch Attempt

 

Falcon 9 Block 5 | BlueBird Block 1 Moved to: 09/12/2024

First five satellites for SpaceMobile’s cellphone-compatible broadband constellation.

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September 12, 2024
4:52 AM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | BlueBird Block 1

Status: Go

First five satellites for SpaceMobile’s cellphone-compatible broadband constellation.

September 12, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Galileo L13 (FOC FM26 & FM28)

Status: TBD

Two satellites for Europe’s Galileo navigation system. Originally planned for launch on Soyuz-ST and then Ariane 6 but both were unavailable. Galileo provides Europe with an alternative to the American GPS and Russian GLONASS constellations, but will be interoperable with both systems.

September 15, 2024
6:57 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Galileo L13 (FOC FM26 & FM32)

Status: TBC

Two satellites for Europe’s Galileo navigation system. Originally planned for launch on Soyuz-ST and then Ariane 6 but both were unavailable. Galileo provides Europe with an alternative to the American GPS and Russian GLONASS constellations, but will be interoperable with both systems.

September 24, 2024
2:50 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Crew-9

Status: TBC

SpaceX Crew-9 is the ninth crewed operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station as part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.

September 29, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | 4x Astranis MicroGEO

Status: TBD

Four Astranis MicroGEO communications satellite inserted in a custom geostationary orbit, from where they conduct on-orbit maneuvers to reach their individual slots.

September 29, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | GSAT-20

Status: TBD

GSAT-20 is an Indian geostationary Ka-band high-throughput communications satellite. GSAT 20 is reportedly built on the I-6K unified modular bus and features a Ka-band high-throughput communications payload with 70 Gbps throughput utilizing multiple spot beams providing broadband services across the Indian region. It will be the first fully Electric Propulsion/EP…

Upcoming Launches

With NASA, SpaceX, and United Launch Alliance sending rockets to the stars, your chance of catching a launch on your next Space Coast getaway are highly likely.

This page is automatically updated throughout the day. Download the "Space Coast Launches" app today for the most up to date launch details, live videos, and more information.

*All launch dates and times subject to change

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September 12, 2024
4:52 AM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | BlueBird Block 1

Status: Go

First five satellites for SpaceMobile’s cellphone-compatible broadband constellation.

September 12, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Galileo L13 (FOC FM26 & FM28)

Status: TBD

Two satellites for Europe’s Galileo navigation system. Originally planned for launch on Soyuz-ST and then Ariane 6 but both were unavailable. Galileo provides Europe with an alternative to the American GPS and Russian GLONASS constellations, but will be interoperable with both systems.

September 15, 2024
6:57 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Galileo L13 (FOC FM26 & FM32)

Status: TBC

Two satellites for Europe’s Galileo navigation system. Originally planned for launch on Soyuz-ST and then Ariane 6 but both were unavailable. Galileo provides Europe with an alternative to the American GPS and Russian GLONASS constellations, but will be interoperable with both systems.

September 24, 2024
2:50 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Crew-9

Status: TBC

SpaceX Crew-9 is the ninth crewed operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station as part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.

September 29, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | 4x Astranis MicroGEO

Status: TBD

Four Astranis MicroGEO communications satellite inserted in a custom geostationary orbit, from where they conduct on-orbit maneuvers to reach their individual slots.

September 29, 2024
8:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | GSAT-20

Status: TBD

GSAT-20 is an Indian geostationary Ka-band high-throughput communications satellite. GSAT 20 is reportedly built on the I-6K unified modular bus and features a Ka-band high-throughput communications payload with 70 Gbps throughput utilizing multiple spot beams providing broadband services across the Indian region. It will be the first fully Electric Propulsion/EP…

Featured Launches

Crewed Space Flight, Moon shots, and more these are the major launches you'll want to keep your eyes on.

Download the app Space Coast Launches app today for live videos, launch details and more information.

Additional Upcoming Launches:
Atlas 5 - CST-100 Starliner Crew Flight Test: NET (No Earlier Than) April 22, 2024
Vulcan Centaur - Dream Chaser 1: TBD
Falcon Heavy - GOES U: NET April 30, 2024
Falcon 9 - Polaris Dawn: NET Summer

*All launch dates and times subject to change
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Launch Viewing Map

While you can see launches from almost anywhere on the Space Coast, check out this Google Map for some local favorites & NASA suggested spots for the best rocket launch views.

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Hazard and Airspace Restriction Information

Space Launch Delta 45 posts hazard and airspace restrictions for each launch here on the Space Coast. If you are planning on boating or flying on launch attempt days, it’s important to check this information.

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Launch Viewing Venues

3 Unexpected Ways to Experience a Rocket Launch

Rocket launches have drawn visitors to the Space Coast for decades. With SpaceX, ULA, and NASA booking launch pads on an almost weekly basis, seeing a launch while you’re vacationing on the Space Coast is a high probability. While you know about going to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex or Space...

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