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Space Coast’s Next Launch Attempt

 

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Dragon CRS-2 SpX-30 Moved to: 03/21/2024

30th commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station operated by SpaceX. The flight will be conducted under the second Commercial Resupply Services contract with NASA.

Cargo Dragon 2 brings supplies and payloads, including critical materials to directly support science and research investigations that occur onboard the orbiting laboratory.

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March 21, 2024
8:55 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Dragon CRS-2 SpX-30

Status: Go

30th commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station operated by SpaceX. The flight will be conducted under the second Commercial Resupply Services contract with NASA. Cargo Dragon 2 brings supplies and payloads, including critical materials to directly support science and research investigations that occur onboard the orbiting laboratory.

March 22, 2024
11:55 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | Starlink Group 6-42

Status: TBC

A batch of satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation – SpaceX’s project for space-based Internet communication system.

March 28, 2024
12:00 AM

Delta IV Heavy | NROL-70

Status: TBD

Classified payload for the NRO. Last flight of the Delta IV Heavy rocket.

March 30, 2024
7:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | WorldView Legion 5 & 6

Status: TBD

WorldView Legion is a constellation of Earth observation satellites built and operated by Maxar. Constellation is planned to consist of 6 satellites in both polar and mid-inclination orbits, providing 30 cm-class resolution.

March 30, 2024
7:00 PM

Falcon 9 Block 5 | BlueBird Block 1

Status: TBD

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

March 30, 2024
7:00 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.

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 hourly. 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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March 28, 2024
12:00 AM

Delta IV Heavy | NROL-70

Status: TBD

Classified payload for the NRO. Last flight of the Delta IV Heavy rocket.

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
** This page is automatically updated once a day, for the most up to date launch times check the Space Coast Launches App

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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. Follow their instructions to view the information for your launch!

Space Coast Launches App


Are you obsessed with space? Download our Space Coast Launches App to watch a live stream of every rocket launched from Kennedy Space Center & Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida.

  • Locate the exact spot on the horizon to watch during a live rocket launch using the Compass feature.
  • Countdown every second with real-time launch clock on the main screen.
  • Keep track of upcoming missions including current launch schedule, in-depth mission plans and rocket details.
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Putting the Space in Space Coast – The Economic and Tourism Impact of Launches

BREVARD, FL – (May, 2020) Visitors have made the trip to Florida’s Space Coast to witness launches in person since the dawn of the space program. As Brevard County returns to the tradition of human space flight, it is sure to assist in the recovery efforts for COVID-19. Initially, Space...

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