SpaceX has done it again, launching another rocket into space. This time, it was a Falcon 9 rocket. It took off from Florida. The mission was to send a GPS satellite into orbit around Earth. The launch happened around 1:30 p. m. from a place called Space Launch Complex 40. This is at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This was not the first time this particular roc...
SpaceX's Crew Dragon Endurance has arrived at the launch site, ready for its next mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This spacecraft has already completed three successful missions: Crew-3, Crew-5, and Crew-7. It will now embark on Crew-10, scheduled to launch on March 12, 2025. The mission will carry four astronauts: NASA's Anne McClain and N...
In the heart of Florida, a rocket soared into the night sky on a Sunday evening. This wasn't just any rocket; it was SpaceX's Falcon 9, carrying a precious cargo of 21 Starlink satellites. Among these satellites, 13 had a special feature: direct-to-cell capabilities. This means they can beam internet signals directly to cell phones, a game-changer for connectivity in...
SpaceX is gearing up for an exciting launch this Sunday night. The event will take place at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. This isn't just any launch. It's a mission to send 21 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. Among these satellites, 13 have a special feature: Direct to Cell capabilities. The launch is scheduled for 9:24 p. m. ET, but if th...
The lunar landscape is about to get a new visitor. This time, it's Athena, a spacecraft built by Intuitive Machines. Athena is not your average spacecraft; it's a lunar lander designed to explore the moon's south pole. This region is a hotspot for scientists because it might hold water ice, which could be a game-changer for future space missions. Imagine turning that...
The skies above Southern California were filled with excitement. A Falcon 9 rocket was scheduled for a Sunday evening launch, Feb 9th, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base. But wait for it! The launch was delayed until Monday, Feb 10th, 2025. The new takeoff time was 3:46 p. m. PT, with backup opportunities on Feb 11th. The mission involv...
When it comes to viewing a rocket launch, SpaceX sure knows how to give the public a show. What can you expect to see when the Falcon 9 rocket takes off on Sunday? Right away, the launch time isn't set in stone. It is planned for 4:03 p. m. , but this depends on the weather. It is not a one-time chance either. You can catch the liftoff anytime till 8:03 p. m. . If ...
SpaceX has just sent another group of 23 Starlink internet satellites into orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch happened on January 24, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The rocket took off at 9:07 a. m. EST, with the first stage booster returning to Earth roughly eight minutes later. It landed safely on the drone ship named "Of Course I Stil...
On a sunny day in Florida, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. As it soared, the rocket performed a clever move called a gravity turn, tilting its engines to steer it towards space while also moving horizontally. This maneuver helps the rocket avoid too much stress as it speeds up and faces strong air pressure. The rocket's ...
Get ready for a late-night show in the sky! SpaceX is gearing up to launch its Falcon 9 rocket at midnight from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base. The mission? To blast off 20 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit. The SpaceX crew will be working tirelessly to make sure everything runs smoothly. If everything goes as planned, the rocket's first stage will l...