SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket may be seen over Arizona: Where, when
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- Jul 18, 2025
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The impending rocket launch is the latest SpaceX mission to deploy a batch of internet-beaming Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit.
Because of Arizona's proximity to the launch site, there's a good chance people there can see the spacecraft streak across the sky, especially at night or very early morning.
SpaceX will also provide a live webcast of the mission.
SpaceX launches have come roaring back to life in Southern California after more than a two-week break, giving space enthusiasts plenty of chances to once again catch a rocket soaring high above.
The first of three upcoming SpaceX Starlink missions got off the ground on the night of Tuesday, July 15. Now, Elon Musk's commercial spaceflight company could soon get another of its Falcon 9 rockets off the ground from the Vandenberg Space Force Base to deploy more of the internet-beaming satellites.
The launch site itself may be across state lines, but Arizonans could still have a chance to see the rocket itself soaring overheard.
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 rocket launch.
Here's what to know about the launch from Southern California, as well as when and where to watch it in neighboring Arizona:
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