A Record-Setting Sunrise on the Space Coast!

In a dazzling display of ambition and technological prowess, SpaceX kicked off Sunday with its 80th launch of the year from the iconic Cape Canaveral—setting the stage for what could be a record-breaking 2023 with plans to soar beyond 100 launches!

Falcon 9 Powers Into the Sky!

At precisely 6:53 a.m., the Falcon 9 rocket, loaded with 28 new Starlink satellites for the Starlink 10-27 mission, ascended majestically from Space Launch Complex 40. As the sun rose, so did SpaceX's prospects, further solidifying its dominance in the aerospace industry.

Revolutionary Booster Flight!

This launch was particularly noteworthy as the Falcon 9's first-stage booster accomplished its 11th flight, successfully landing on the droneship "A Shortfall of Gravitas" stationed in the Atlantic. This landmark recovery is a testament to SpaceX’s innovative reusable rocket technology.

A Thriving Launch Environment!

Out of the staggering 80 orbital flights this year, an impressive 76 have originated from Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral. United Launch Alliance joined the action with three launches, while Blue Origin made headlines earlier this year with its New Glenn debut.

What’s Next? More Launches!

The excitement doesn't end here! On Tuesday morning, SpaceX gears up for a Falcon 9 launch at 7:32 a.m., sending three critical space weather satellites into orbit for NASA and NOAA. And brace yourselves—this Thursday promises to be even busier with simultaneous launches from SpaceX and ULA, sending up Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites.

Future Launches Are on the Horizon!

Looking further ahead, Blue Origin is gearing up for New Glenn’s second flight, targeting September 29 for another groundbreaking launch—a mission to deploy Mars-bound satellites for NASA.

A Record Year in the Making!

The Space Coast previously set a remarkable record with 93 launches in 2024, with SpaceX leading with 88. The FAA has just greenlit SpaceX's request to escalate its launch cadence to 120 Falcon 9 missions a year, a significant increase from a prior cap of 50.

A Busy 2026 on the Horizon!

Exciting developments are also on the horizon as the Space Force anticipates up to 156 launches in 2025, with projections indicating it could be even busier in 2026, contingent upon operators meeting their launch goals.

The Impact of Environmental Studies!

Add to this the potential for 120 additional launches as SpaceX awaits decisions on Environmental Impact Statements regarding new Starship launch sites on the Space Coast. The future of space exploration is set to get even more thrilling!

As we watch these historic milestones unfold, one thing is clear: the Space Coast is an epicenter of innovation, with its sights set firmly on the stars!