A rare doubleheader of rocket launches will take place on Friday, May 29, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with SpaceX and United Launch Alliance (ULA) launching rockets within 12 hours of each other. SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to lift off between 7:52 a.m. and 11:52 a.m. ET, carrying 29 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit. ULA’s Atlas V rocket will follow approximately 12 hours later, though a precise time for its launch window has not been finalized. Both launches will originate from the same location but may be visible from parts of Florida’s Treasure Coast, depending on weather and cloud cover. The SpaceX mission, known as Starlink 10-53, aims to expand global broadband coverage by deploying more satellites. The Atlas V launch will carry a classified payload for the U.S. government, as is common for ULA missions. Visibility for the launches could extend as far north as Jacksonville Beach and as far south as West Palm Beach, according to officials. The launches may offer unique viewing opportunities, particularly if the Falcon 9 takes off in the early morning. The rocket’s ascent and contrail could light up the sky, creating photo opportunities for observers. However, clear skies and a favorable trajectory are necessary for visibility. The doubleheader marks one of the busiest days for rocket activity in the region this year, with both SpaceX and ULA operating from Cape Canaveral rather than NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Residents and visitors are encouraged to check launch schedules and weather forecasts before heading to viewing spots. The launches will be broadcast live by SpaceX and ULA, with updates available through their official channels. For those unable to watch in person, the events will also be streamed online, providing a chance to witness the launches from anywhere in the world.