Cape Canaveral, Florida, known as Florida’s Space Coast, has seen a surge in rocket launches in the first half of this year. With 48 orbital rocket launches already completed, the question on everyone’s mind is whether the region will break the 100-launch mark by the end of the year. Last year, a record-breaking 72 orbital launches took place, setting a new annual record that may soon be surpassed.
SpaceX has played a significant role in the Space Coast’s launch activity, accounting for 45 out of the first 48 launches of the year. United Launch Alliance also contributed to the count with three successful rocket launches, including the first Vulcan certification mission, the final Delta IV Heavy launch, and the maiden mission of Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft.
Upcoming missions scheduled to launch from Cape Canaveral are listed in Eastern Daylight Time, with dates and times subject to change. The next missions include a SpaceX Starlink deployment, SpaceX Türksat 6A satellite launch, and a United Launch Alliance mission for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. Live coverage of these events can be found on floridatoday.com/space.
As the space industry continues to evolve and expand, interest in rocket launches from Cape Canaveral remains high. With a mix of commercial and government missions planned, the Space Coast is poised to remain a hub for space exploration and innovation in the years to come. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Florida’s Space Coast as exciting developments unfold in the realm of space exploration.