Exciting Rocket Launches Await Californians at Vandenberg Space Force Base This June

Exciting Rocket Launches Await Californians at Vandenberg Space Force Base This June
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Californians have a plethora of opportunities to witness rocket launches from the Vandenberg Space Force Base this June. This base in Santa Barbara County is the liftoff point for all California rocket launches. At least three more launches are on the docket for the remainder of June, with the possibility of more being scheduled as the month progresses. It’s important to note that rocket launches frequently face delays due to a variety of factors.

In the first half of June, three SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets took flight over Southern California, delivering Starlink satellites into orbit, with more launches anticipated soon. The next Starlink mission could launch as early as Monday, June 16, from Vandenberg. But don’t worry if you miss it; multiple opportunities will likely follow for Californians to experience a rocket launch this month.

Founded by billionaire Elon Musk, SpaceX might also conduct a rideshare mission later in June, sending numerous small satellites into space for paying clients, along with a government mission. However, official announcements from Vandenberg and SpaceX typically come just a day prior to launch, while the FAA’s operations plan advisory is continually updated. Nevertheless, several online sources that monitor launches suggest at least three more launches are planned for June, with the potential for additional ones as the month goes on. Be aware that rocket launches are prone to delays, often due to adverse weather or technical issues. For the latest updates, make sure to visit VC Star.

Here’s a glimpse of the upcoming June 2025 launch schedule at Vandenberg Space Force Base:

  • Monday, June 16:
  • Starlink 15-9
  • Agency: SpaceX
  • Mission: Deploy Starlink V2 mini satellites into low-Earth orbit
  • Rocket: Falcon 9, a 230-foot, two-stage rocket
  • Launch Window: 8:36 p.m. PT
  • Launch Site: Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg

  • Booster Landing: SpaceX drone ship, “Of Course I Still Love You,” in the Pacific Ocean.

  • Friday, June 20:

  • SpaceX Transporter 14
  • Agency: SpaceX
  • Mission: Dedicated rideshare flight to deploy multiple small satellites for clients to a sun-synchronous orbit
  • Rocket: Falcon 9, a two-stage, 230-foot rocket
  • Launch Window: 2:19 p.m. PT
  • Launch Site: Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg
  • Booster Landing: Return to the launch site.

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