Home » Home » Powerful Daytime Liftoff and Stunning Nighttime Rocket Launches Set for the Space Coast April 27
morning launch will include a Falcon Heavy mission, expected to make an impact across the area
Space Coast residents are being advised to prepare for an exciting day of back-to-back rocket launches on Monday, April 27, featuring both a powerful daytime liftoff and a stunning nighttime display. SpaceX is targeting Monday, April 27, for a Falcon Heavy launch of the ViaSat-3 F3 mission to geosynchronous transfer orbit from Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The 85-minute launch window opens at 10:21 a.m. ET.
A live webcast of this mission will begin about 15 minutes prior to liftoff and will be available on X @SpaceX.
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Space Coast residents are being advised to prepare for an exciting day of back-to-back rocket launches on Monday, April 27, featuring both a powerful daytime liftoff and a stunning nighttime display.
The morning launch will include a Falcon Heavy mission, expected to make an impact across the area.
With dual booster landings planned back at the Cape, residents from Titusville to Cocoa Beach could hear two distinct sonic booms approximately eight minutes after liftoff.
The sound may be strong enough to rattle windows and startle pets.
Later that evening, a second Atlas 5 launch is scheduled, offering what is expected to be a visually striking nighttime flight.
The rocket’s northeast trajectory could create a bright, glowing arc visible along much of Florida’s east coast, depending on weather conditions.
Officials encourage residents and visitors to take advantage of the rare double-header launch opportunity while remaining aware of the potential for loud sonic booms earlier in the day.
From the rumble of returning boosters to a glowing night sky, April 27 is shaping up to be a memorable day along the Space Coast.
For any boaters planning to watch the launch from the water, please avoid this area leading up to and during the launch. Monitor VHF channel 16 for the latest safety information broadcasts and stay safe on the water.
The QR code below will direct you to the launch briefs by Space Launch Delta 45. Please follow the instructions on the advisory for any changes and updated information on launch times.
A live webcast of this mission will begin about 15 minutes prior to liftoff and will be available on X @SpaceX.