California rocket launches: Here's a look at the upcoming schedule from Vandenberg
Two SpaceX rockets have soared over California so far in June, and more are on the way.
Within the next week, at least two Falcon 9 rockets are scheduled to get off the ground from Southern California to deliver more Starlink satellites into orbit. SpaceX, founded by billionaire Elon Musk, could also launch a rideshare mission later in June to deliver dozens of small satellites for paying customers.
All rocket launches in California get off the ground from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County.
Vandenberg and SpaceX don't typically officially confirm California launches until about a day ahead of time, and the Federal Aviation Administration's operations plan advisory is constantly updating. Still, multiple online websites that track launches suggest that at least another three are so far being targeted for the rest of June – likely with more to be added to the schedule throughout the month.
It's also important to keep in mind that rocket launches can be – and often are – delayed due to any number of factors, including poor weather conditions or unexpected issues with spacecraft. Make sure to visit VC Star for the latest mission updates.
Here's a look at the upcoming June 2025 launch schedule (so far) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California:
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Mission: SpaceX will potentially launch a Falcon 9 rocket on a mission to deploy Starlink V2 mini satellites into low-Earth orbit.
Launch window: 6:46 p.m. PT Thursday, June 12.
Rocket launch location: Space Launch Complex 4E from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Vandenberg, California.
Mission: SpaceX will potentially launch a Falcon 9 rocket on a mission to deploy Starlink V2 mini satellites into low-Earth orbit.
Launch window: 5:51 p.m. PT Monday, June 16.
Rocket launch location: Space Launch Complex 4E from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Vandenberg, California.
Mission: SpaceX will potentially launch a dedicated rideshare flight to deliver dozens of small satellites to a sun-synchronous orbit, meaning they will match Earth's rotation around the sun, for paying customers.
Launch window: A launch time has not been made public, but online calendars suggest the mission is being targeted for June 21.
Rocket launch location: Space Launch Complex 4E from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Vandenberg, California
Eric Lagatta is the Space Connect reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Reach him at elagatta@gannett.com
This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Rocket launch schedule in California: SpaceX Vandenberg dates, times
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