VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. – Excitement is building as SpaceX gears up to launch 22 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from the iconic Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Originally scheduled for Sunday night, the launch was postponed due to weather conditions. However, the new target liftoff time is set for Tuesday at 4:35 p.m. from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E).
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Should the need arise for further delay, additional launch opportunities have been identified for Wednesday, Jan. 24, commencing at 4:14 p.m. SpaceX is diligently monitoring the weather for optimal launch conditions to ensure a successful mission.
This launch marks the 16th flight for the first-stage booster, a testament to SpaceX’s commitment to reusability and cost-effective space exploration. As part of the company’s ongoing efforts to reuse equipment, the booster is anticipated to land on the “Of Course I Still Love You” droneship stationed in the Pacific Ocean, pending successful execution of the mission.
The event promises to be a spectacular visual display for spectators on the ground, as every rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base captivates audiences with its awe-inspiring presence and technological marvel.
Stay tuned as we witness the unfolding of yet another remarkable chapter in space exploration, demonstrating the continuous innovation and progress spearheaded by SpaceX at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
The future of space technology is on the horizon, and it’s happening right here at Vandenberg.
