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SpaceX has planned consecutive rocket launches in Florida. Where to see

SpaceX has planned consecutive rocket launches in Florida. Where to see

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Two consecutive night rocket launches potentially scheduled for early November – and subject to weather and visibility Space Coast can see a real show in the sky All rocket launches until the end of the year will be more visible earlier in the evening, starting Sunday, through change of time

The next expected launch isn’t until Sunday, November 3, when we turn the clocks back and see an earlier sunset for the first time since early March.

SpaceX is expected to send another batch of Starlink satellites into space on a Falcon 9 rocket for its next mission from Cape Canaveral on Sunday, November 3.

And on Monday, Nov. 4, SpaceX is expected to send nearly 6,000 pounds of scientific research, materials and equipment to the International Space Station on a Falcon 9 rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

Below are suggestions for where to watch rocket launches from around Brevard County and other things to know. If there are any changes to the launch schedule, this story will be updated.

Email FLORIDA TODAY space reporter Rick Neal at [email protected] with questions or comments. For more space news from the USA TODAY Network, visit floridatoday.com/space.

Where can you see a SpaceX launch in Brevard County?

Weather permitting and depending on cloud cover, SpaceX rocket launches should be visible from almost anywhere in Brevard County. And a few minutes after takeoff, there is usually a hum.

When there is a launch window in the middle of the night or very early in the morning, there is a unique photo opportunity — a rocket lights up the dark sky, followed by a wake makes a great photo.

When is the next SpaceX rocket launch in Florida? Not until Sunday, November 3: SpaceX Starlink 6-77

  • Mission: SpaceX plans to launch another payload of Starlink broadband satellites into low Earth orbit on a Falcon 9 on Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration’s advisory operations plan shows.
  • Launch window: 4:57 a.m. to 9:28 p.m. EST
  • Arrangement: Launch Complex 40 at the Space Force Station at Cape Canaveral.
  • Sonic Boom: there is no
  • The live broadcast starts 90 minutes before the start of Fr floridatoday.com/space: You can watch live streaming of the rocket launch from USA TODAY Network Space Teamwhich includes FLORIDA TODAY space reporters Rick Neal and Brooke Edwards, as well as visual journalists Craig Bailey, Malcolm Danemark and Tim Shortt. Our space team will provide the latest updates in a mobile-friendly live blog along with a countdown clock at floridatoday.com/spacestarting 90 minutes before kick-off. You can download for free FLORIDA TODAY Appwhich is available at App Store or Google Playor enter floridatoday.com/space in your browser.

When can I watch the SpaceX launch on Monday? Monday, November 4: SpaceX NASA CRS-31

  • Mission: The Falcon 9 will launch a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft loaded with nearly 6,000 pounds of research, supplies and equipment to the International Space Station.
  • Launching: 9:29 PM EST
  • Arrangement: Field 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
  • Sonic Boom: Yes
  • The live broadcast starts 90 minutes before the start of Fr floridatoday.com/space: You can watch live streaming of the rocket launch from USA TODAY Network Space Teamwhich includes FLORIDA TODAY space reporters Rick Neal and Brooke Edwards, as well as visual journalists Craig Bailey, Malcolm Danemark and Tim Shortt. Our space team will provide the latest updates in a mobile-friendly live blog along with a countdown clock at floridatoday.com/spacestarting 90 minutes before kick-off. You can download for free FLORIDA TODAY Appwhich is available at App Store or Google Playor enter floridatoday.com/space in your browser.

Space Coast Weather Radar: Will it rain in Melbourne, Cocoa Beach or Cape Canaveral in Florida today?

National Weather Service Melbourne radar is shown, showing real-time conditions for the Space Coast and other parts of Florida. The current date and time is displayed in the lower right corner of this radar; otherwise you may need to clear the cache.

Almost everywhere in brevard you will see a rocket view launch – in certain areas you can get amazing view of the return of the SpaceX rocket boosters to the pads The best view to watch a rocket launch from the Space Coast is along the beach. However, visibility will depend on weather conditions, so people should take care not to block traffic or lanes on bridges, and follow the rules on beaches.

If you’re watching the launch along the Indian River in Titusville from Space View Park or Parrish Park, look east straight across the river.

If you are further south along the Indian River, look northeast.

Playa Linda Beach or Canaveral National Seashore is the closest takeoff viewing location since it is almost parallel to Launch Pad 39A. At the beach, look south along the shoreline (you can even see the playground from some spots).

Some hot spots worth checking out:

  • Jetty Park Beach and Pier400 Jetty Park Road, Port Canaveral. Please note that parking is chargeable.
  • Playalinda beach1000 Playalinda Beach Road, Canaveral National Seashore. Please note that parking is subject to a fee and access to the Canaveral National Seashore is not always available depending on availability and time of day.
  • Max Brewer Bridge and Parrish Park1 A. Max Brewer Memorial Parkway, Titusville. Please note that parking is available on both sides of the Max Breuer Bridge.
  • Space View Park8 Broad St., Titusville
  • Sand Point Park10 E. Max Brewer Causeway, Titusville
  • Rotary Riverfront Park4141 S. Washington Ave., Titusville
  • A riverside park in Cocoa Village401 Riveredge Blvd., Cocoa (just off State Road 520 Causeway)
  • Cocoa Villagenear parks and shops or near docks
  • various Merritt Island Parks
  • Rotary Park1899 S. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island
  • Kiwanis Park on Kiwanis Island Park Road in Merritt Island
  • Port Canaveralwith Disney Cruise Line, Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean ships in port
  • Alan Shepard Park299 E. Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach. Please note that parking may be charged.
  • Cocoa Beach Pier401 Meade Ave. The cost of parking varies.
  • Laurie Wilson Park1400 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach. By the way, Laurie Wilson Park has a dog park.
  • Sidney Fisher Park2200 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach. Please note that parking may be charged.
  • Downtown Cocoa Beachalong the Minutemen Causeway
  • Stoly beach197 SR A1A, Satellite Beach
  • tides on SR A1A in Satellite Beach
  • various parksincluding the Pelican Beach Clubhouse in Satellite Beach
  • Dear Pineda
  • Eau Gallie Causeway
  • Front Street Park near Melbourne (US 192) Causeway and US 1 in Melbourne
  • Indian embankment at Melbourne Road and SR A1A
  • Paradise beach parkaka Howard Futch Park, 2301 SR A1A, Melbourne (this is a beach park)
  • Sebastian Inlet Park9700 S. State Road A1A, Melbourne Beach (admission fee)
  • Ambersands Beach Park12566 N. SR A1A, Vero Beach (free parking)
  • South Beach Park1700 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach (free parking)
  • Merrill Barber Bridge in Vero Beach
  • Alma Lee Loy Bridge in Vero Beach