The upcoming SpaceX launch from Florida aims to deploy new Starlink satellites
Florida: The second SpaceX launch of 2025 is happening this Sunday afternoon. It’s going to be quite a sight!
Though SpaceX hasn’t officially confirmed it yet, the FAA has the Starlink 6-71 mission scheduled between 12:10 p.m. and 4:41 p.m. ET. The Falcon 9 rocket will take off from Kennedy Space Center’s Pad 39A.
So, what’s this mission about? It’s all about sending up more Starlink internet satellites. This batch is part of Group 6, and the rocket will head southeast. If you’re south of Cape Canaveral, you might catch a great view!
Good news for those in Central Florida: you won’t hear any sonic booms this time. The rocket’s first stage booster will land on a drone ship out in the Atlantic.
Make sure to keep an eye on the FLORIDA TODAY Space Team for all the latest updates from the Space Coast!
Brooke Edwards is your go-to Space Reporter for Florida Today. You can reach her at bedwards@floridatoday.com or find her on X: @brookeofstars.
This article first appeared on Florida Today: What to know about the SpaceX launch from Kennedy Space Center this Sunday afternoon.
