
Will a SpaceX rocket launch be visible in Arizona? Where to see Falcon ...
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- Jun 11, 2025
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Because of Arizona's proximity to the launch site, there's a good chance people there can see the spacecraft streak across the sky.
Rocket launches from the West Coast occur at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Rocket launches at night or early morning tend to be visible outside of California, particularly in parts of Arizona.
The third rocket launch of June from California could be about a day away, and (pending weather and cloud cover) Arizonans should be able to see it.
SpaceX, the commercial spaceflight company founded by billionaire Elon Musk, is preparing to launch its Falcon 9 rocket on the latest Starlink satellite delivery from the West Coast. The Starlink missions have become by far the most frequent and common rocket launches from Southern California – having comprised all six spaceflight missions in May from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
The two-stage 230-foot-tall rocket, one of the world's most active, has become crucial in regularly deploying batches of internet-beaming Starlink satellites into what's called low-Earth orbit — an altitude that allows for things like satellites to circle Earth fairly quickly.
The good news for residents of Arizona is they have plenty of opportunities to see the Falcon 9 rocket soaring after it gets off the ground from the neighboring state.
But it's important to keep in mind that rocket launches can be — and often are — scrubbed or delayed due to any number of factors, including poor weather conditions or unexpected issues with spacecraft. Check back with azcentral.com for any updates on the impending rocket launch.
Here's what to know about the launch, as well as when and where to watch it:
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