SpaceX rocket from Vandenberg lights up SoCal skies to deploy internet satellites
The Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base around 7:30 p.m. created a bright plume and a long-trailing cloud visible from throughout Southern California in the fading daylight, with a backdrop of dark, patterned clouds from the day's storms.
SpaceX launch leaves long plume in SoCal skies
SpaceX plume visible throughout SoCal as Falcon 9 rocket deploys Starlink satellites
One viewer sent in video showing the launch clearly visible from Phoenix, Ariz.
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The first-stage booster supporting the mission was making its 10th flight. Starlink is designed to provide internet service in remote locations around the planet.
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After the satellites are deployed, the booster will land on the "Of Course I Still Love You" droneship in the Pacific Ocean.
Previous SpaceX launch from February.
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