Two rocket launches are set for Sunday, March 29, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, with SpaceX and United Launch Alliance each sending a rocket into orbit. SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink satellites in the evening, while United Launch Alliance will send an Atlas V rocket with Amazon Leo satellites shortly after sunrise. Both launches will originate from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, offering clear views for residents of Brevard County.
The Falcon 9 launch is expected to occur in the early evening, with the Atlas V scheduled for just after 6 a.m. Weather conditions and cloud cover will determine visibility, but the launches may be seen as far north as Jacksonville Beach and as far south as West Palm Beach. Nighttime launches or early morning events often provide unique photo opportunities, as the rocket’s glow illuminates the sky and leaves a visible contrail.
For those in Brevard County, the best viewing spots include the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Cocoa Beach, and the surrounding areas of Cape Canaveral. Local officials recommend arriving early to secure a good vantage point, especially for the Atlas V launch, which will take place in near-total darkness. The launches are part of a regular schedule for the region, with SpaceX frequently sending Starlink satellites to expand its global broadband network.
United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V mission will carry Amazon’s Leo satellites, part of the company’s effort to provide broadband internet to underserved areas. Both launches are expected to proceed as planned, though delays are possible due to weather. The public can follow updates through the USA TODAY Network’s Space Team or via live streams from the Kennedy Space Center’s official channels.