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2024 Launch Schedule Kicks Off Wednesday With Ovzon-3

In 2023, the Eastern Range saw a record 72 launches, mostly from SpaceX. 2024 could see even more activity, including SpaceX's ambitious plans for Starlink missions and ULA's Vulcan debut.

Falcon 9 rising from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in 2023.Photo: Charles Boyer / Talk of Titusville Fans looking to the see the first launch of 2024 from the Space Coast won’t have to wait very long, as Wednesday, January 3rd, SpaceX plans to launch Ovzon-3, a mobile communication satellite for Stockholm based Ovzon. Five days after that, United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan is slated…

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ULA Atlas V to Launch SILENTBARKER

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to launch the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission, a collaborative effort between the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the U.S. Space Force (USSF).

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is set to launch the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission, a collaborative effort between the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the U.S. Space Force (USSF). The mission aims to enhance space domain awareness and is scheduled for liftoff on August 29, 2023, at 8:34 a.m. EDT from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station SILENTBARKER is a joint…

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Historic Apartment Complex Reopens After Extensive Redevelopment

A historic multifamily apartment complex on the Space Coast, once home to Apollo-era staff, is set to reopen following a three-year, $22 million redevelopment by DLP Capital.

A historic multifamily apartment complex on the Space Coast, once home to Apollo-era staff, is set to reopen following a three-year, $22 million redevelopment by DLP Capital. The complex, now named “Dream Space Coast,” was originally built in the mid-60s to house aerospace professionals working on the Apollo space program. The two-tower, 182-unit community, located directly across the Indian…

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Amazon to Invest $120 Million in Satellite Processing Facility at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center

The plant will be housed at the Launch and Landing Facility, which is overseen by Space Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority.

Amazon has announced it will be constructing a $120 million processing facility for its upcoming network of space-based internet satellites, known as Project Kuiper, at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center The plant will be housed at the Launch and Landing Facility, which is overseen by Space Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority. Spanning 100,000 square feet and incorporating…

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Relativity Space launches Terran 1 3d printed rocket

Relativity Space launched its Terran 1 rocket for its First Flight mission, named "Good Luck, Have Fun," at 11:25pm March 22nd from Launch Complex 16 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida

Relativity Space launched its Terran 1 rocket for its First Flight mission, named “Good Luck, Have Fun,” at 11:25pm March 22nd from Launch Complex 16 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida Although the rocket successfully lifted off, it failed to reach orbit due to an upper stage malfunction. Relativity Space, the private space launch company, noted that the rocket’s first stage,…

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SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Set to Launch SES 18 and SES 19 Communications Satellites

SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying two communications satellites for SES from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on March 17, 2023.

SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying two communications satellites for SES from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on March 17, 2023. The launch is scheduled to take place at 7:38 p.m., with a launch window that will remain open until 8:26 p.m. local time According to the U.S. Space Force 45th Weather Squadron, there is a 70% chance of…

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Weather is 50% for NASA's CRS-27 Mission

SpaceX is set to launch its 27th Commercial Resupply Service Mission to the International Space Station. The Cargo Dragon spacecraft is scheduled to lift off atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center

SpaceX is set to launch its 27th Commercial Resupply Service Mission to the International Space Station. The Cargo Dragon spacecraft is scheduled to lift off atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The capsule is expected to arrive at the ISS on March 16th. The mission, known as CRS-27, will carry a variety of supplies, hardware, and scientific…

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Terran 1 Launch scrubbed after two aborts

The first attempt to launch the rocket was aborted at T-0.5 seconds, while the second one halted at T-45 seconds, after fuel pressure in the upper stage dropped too low. The company has not yet announced a new launch date for the mission.

Relativity Space says the two last-minute aborts were caused by a violation of launch commit criteria, triggering an automated abort mechanism that halted the ignition of the rocket’s nine Aeon 1 engines. The first attempt to launch the rocket was aborted at T-0.5 seconds, while the second one halted at T-45 seconds, after fuel pressure in the upper stage dropped too low. The company has not yet…

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NASA's Crew-6 Launch "GO" after Launch Readiness Review

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 mission has been given the green light for launch to the International Space Station (ISS) after a launch readiness review, weather briefing, and mission management meeting on February 28.

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 mission has been given the green light for launch to the International Space Station (ISS) after a launch readiness review, weather briefing, and mission management meeting on February 28. The launch is set for 12:34 a.m. EST on Thursday, March 2, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission teams had to stand down from a previous launch attempt on February 27…

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NASA, SpaceX postponed Crew-6 Launch, now March 2nd

With just two minutes remaining on the countdown clock, the Crew-6 launch was called off due to a problem related to the TEA-TEB ignition fluid, which is used to ignite the SpaceX Falcon 9’s rocket engines at liftoff.

SpaceX and NASA have postponed the launch of the Crew-6 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) after an issue with the rocket’s ground system was detected. The launch was scheduled to take place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida at 1:45 a.m. ET on Monday, but with just two minutes remaining on the countdown clock, the launch was called off due to a problem…

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ULA stacks Inaugural Vulcan Rocket

The United Launch Alliance has announced a major milestone – the inaugural Vulcan rocket has been successfully assembled and is ready for pre-flight testing at its Florida launch site, SLC-41.

The United Launch Alliance has announced a major milestone – the inaugural Vulcan rocket has been successfully assembled and is ready for pre-flight testing at its Florida launch site, SLC-41. The rocket was trucked to the Vertical Integration Facility (VIF) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on January 25th, where teams used processes and procedures evolved from time-proven Atlas V…

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This Saturday, SpaceX prepares to launch the USSF-67 mission for the U.S. Space Force from Florida's Space Coast.

This Saturday, SpaceX prepares to launch the USSF-67 mission for the U.S. Space Force from Florida’s Space Coast. The Falcon Heavy rocket is set to take off at 5:55pm, Jan 14th, from LC-39a at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and weather conditions are projected a favorable 80-90% Gor for Launch Full duration static fire of Falcon Heavy complete; targeting no earlier than Saturday, January 14 for…

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The Best Things to Do in Titusville, Florida - Gateway to the Space Coast

If you're visiting Florida, if you're looking for a unique and exciting destination, look no further than Titusville. Located on the Space Coast, Titusville is home to the Kennedy Space Center and is the perfect place to explore the history and future of

If you’re visiting Florida, if you’re looking for a unique and exciting destination, look no further than Titusville. Located on the Space Coast, Titusville is home to the Kennedy Space Center and is the perfect place to explore the history and future of space exploration. When you visit Titusville, be sure to check out the following attractions: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex – This…

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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offering Veteran's Day ticket discounts

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offering Veteran’s Day ticket discounts

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is offering deep discounts on admission tickets next week in observance of Veteran’s Day. From Monday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 13, the Visitor Complex is offering complimentary daily admission to all veterans to thank them for their service to the country. The offer is also available to all active-duty, reserve, and retired service members.  Although…

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Playalinda, Canaveral Park Artemis Launch Closures

The refuge will be closed ahead of the historic Artemis I rocket launch. Kennedy Space Center security has stated that they will close the roads leading into the Refuge at 4am on Sunday, August 28th

The Space Coast is anticipating between 100,000-200,000 people to descend on Brevard County for the #Artemis launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on August 29, 2022, with a 2-hour launch window opening at 08:33 am. The refuge will be closed ahead of the historic Artemis I rocket launch. Kennedy Space Center security has stated that they will close the roads leading into the Refuge at 4am on…

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ULA ‘GO’ for Launch of GOES-T Weather Satellite

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is in final preparations to launch the GOES-T mission for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and NASA. The launch, managed by NASA’s Launch Services Program based at Kennedy Space Center

A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket is in final preparations to launch the GOES-T mission for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA. The launch, managed by NASA’s Launch Services Program (LSP) based at Kennedy Space Center, is on track for March 1 from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Launch is planned for 4:38pm EST. “We are…