SpaceX Starlink Missions: Guide for Watching Rocket Launches in Brevard County

SpaceX has announced two upcoming Starlink missions in Florida. The first launch is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, with a Falcon 9 rocket launching a batch of Starlink internet satellites. The launch window is from 10:33 p.m. EDT on Wednesday to 3:04 a.m. EDT on Thursday. The trajectory will be southeast, and the booster landing is planned on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The second launch is set for Thursday, May 23, also with a Falcon 9 rocket carrying a payload of Starlink internet satellites. The launch window is from 6:45 p.m. to 11:16 p.m. EDT. Both launches can be watched live on floridatoday.com/space.For the best view of the rocket launches, Brevard County offers numerous spots along the coast and rivers. Playalinda Beach and Canaveral National Seashore are ideal locations due to their proximity to Launch Pad 39A. Jetty Park Beach and Pier, Space View Park, and Sand Point Park also provide great viewing opportunities. In addition, there are several parks on Merritt Island, Port Canaveral, and various spots in Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach that offer unique vantage points.As the launch schedule may change, it's essential to stay updated through resources like FLORIDA TODAY's rocket launch calendar. For more information on rocket launches and viewing locations, feel free to contact Space Reporter Rick Neale at [email protected] or follow him on X. Enjoy the excitement of space exploration right here in Florida!