Rocket Launch from Cape Canaveral May Be Visible Across Florida
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket launch planned from Cape Canaveral could be visible across much of Florida, weather permitting. Residents and visitors in cities like West Palm Beach, Mar-a-Lago, Jacksonville, Cape Coral, and Miami may witness the rocket lighting up the sky after liftoff.
Launch Details and Schedule
The Atlas V rocket’s launch window opened at 10:24 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5. However, the launch was scrubbed before 11 p.m., and a new time and date for launch have been announced.
Visibility Map and Flight Path
ULA provided a visibility map showing the rocket’s trajectory and flight path. Depending on weather and cloud conditions, most of Florida could see the launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
About the Payload
The Atlas V is carrying the ViaSat-3 Flight 2 (F2), an “ultra-high-capacity broadband spacecraft” for Viasat. This satellite is expected to significantly boost Viasat’s global communication network capabilities.
Launch Power and Spectacle
The rocket will be propelled off the launch pad by five solid rocket boosters, promising an impressive visual display for those watching from the ground.
"An Atlas V rocket launch scrubbed. A new time and day was announced."
"Floridians (and visitors) as far as Jacksonville, Cape Coral and Miami could see it light up the sky after liftoff."
Author’s summary: The upcoming Atlas V rocket launch from Cape Canaveral promises a spectacular sight visible across much of Florida, featuring a powerful booster flight carrying a next-generation broadband satellite.