Time: 2024-08-10
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. , also known as SpaceX , was set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink internet satellites from the Space Coast . The mission was scheduled for Friday , August 9 from Space launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral . However , the launch was delayed multiple times due to poor weather conditions and eventually scrubbed at 12:13 p.m. on Friday . The Space Force 45th Weather Squadron predicted a 90 % chance of favorable weather initially , but conditions up north were not conducive for the booster recovery.
In an unprecedented move , SpaceX had plans for two consecutive rocket launches , both Starlink missions . The rocket launches were scheduled to take place within a day of each other , adding to the excitement in the space industry . If successful , these missions would add to SpaceX 's impressive track record of rocket launches in 2024 . The space agency had already conducted 49 out of 53 rocket launches from NASA 's Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station , with the potential to break the annual record of 72 launches in Florida.
The next planned launch window for SpaceX was on Saturday , August 10 , with another Starlink mission set to take place . This launch would mark another milestone for SpaceX and further solidify its position as a leader in space exploration.
For space enthusiasts looking to witness these historic launches , there were suggestions on where to watch the rocket launches from various locations in the area . The Volusia County region , north of Brevard County where the Kennedy Space Center is located , offered great views of rocket launches from SpaceX , NASA , and United Launch Alliance . Popular spots included beaches in New Smyrna Beach and Daytona Beach , as well as parks and observation points along the riverfront in Oak Hill.
Weather conditions played a crucial role in determining the success of rocket launches , with real - time weather radar updates available for monitoring . The National Weather Service radar provided live updates for the Fun Coast region and surrounding areas , allowing spectators to track the weather conditions leading up to the launches.
As the space industry continued to evolve and push boundaries , the anticipation for successful rocket launches from SpaceX remained high . With the potential for more record - breaking missions and technological advancements , SpaceX was at the forefront of space exploration , captivating audiences worldwide with its groundbreaking achievements.
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