Brevard County's Space Coast has already hosted 46 rocket launches in 2026 as of July 13, according to tracking data. That number includes three launches in July alone, with SpaceX set to dominate the remainder of the month. The area set a record in 2025 with 109 orbital launches, the highest annual total in history. NASA's Artemis II mission launched from Kennedy Space Center in April, marking the first crewed lunar flight since Apollo. Blue Origin faced setbacks in May when its New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, delaying future launches. June saw only six launches, but July has picked up pace. SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket on July 5, sending 29 Starlink satellites into orbit, and another on July 9 that created a visible 'jellyfish' effect in the sky. The July 9 launch was visible beyond the Space Coast due to its trajectory and weather conditions. SpaceX is expected to conduct more Falcon 9 missions in July, with launches scheduled for July 18 and July 25. The company's frequent launches have become a regular sight for residents and visitors. The Space Coast's launch activity has drawn attention from across the country, though weather and cloud cover can sometimes limit visibility. With 46 launches already this year, the region is on track to exceed 2025's record if current trends continue.
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Space Coast sees 46 rocket launches in 2026 as SpaceX dominates July schedule
Brevard County's Space Coast has already hosted 46 rocket launches this year, with SpaceX planning multiple Falcon 9 missions in July.
Source: Florida Today