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.
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.
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.
August 2023 SpaceX launch