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SpaceX launch planned for Wednesday from Vandenberg Space Force Base

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the USSF-385 mission for the US Space Force at 7 a.m. on September 26 from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base. This mission follows the successful launch of the USSF-259 mission on September 16 from the same location. The USSF-385 mission carried a classified payload for the US Space Force.

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  • ✓ SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying a USSF-385 mission for the US Space Force at 7 a.m. on September 26 from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base.
  • ✓ The USSF-259 mission was successfully launched by SpaceX on September 16 from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
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A new SpaceX launch of the USSF-385 mission took place on September 26, expanding the US Space Force's presence in space.

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  1. SpaceX launches USSF-385 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the USSF-385 mission for the US Space Force at 7 a.m. on September 26 from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base. This mission follows the successful launch of the USSF-259 mission on September 16 from the same location. The USSF-385 mission carried a classified payload for the US Space Force.

    Why it matters

    The launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base are part of the US Space Force's efforts to enhance its space capabilities. SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket is a reliable workhorse for these missions, having successfully launched several payloads for the US Space Force. The company is also planning to launch a prototype Google AI satellite in the near future.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying a USSF-385 mission for the US Space Force at 7 a.m. on September 26 from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base.
    • The USSF-259 mission was successfully launched by SpaceX on September 16 from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base.

    Still unconfirmed

    • SpaceX plans to wind down Falcon 9 operations for commercial launches, possibly within the next two or three years.

    What to watch next

    • The planned launch of a prototype Google AI satellite by SpaceX
    • Future US Space Force missions to be launched by SpaceX
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    2. starlust.org — Space weekly recap, September 19 - 25, 2026: Key stories you may have missed - Starlust
    3. nypost.com — SpaceX launches classified mission for US Space Force in California
    4. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: Ganymede transits Jupiter early today, ISS pass tonight
    5. www.space.com — SpaceX launching prototype Google AI satellite next week | Space
    6. www.space.com — Hubble Space Telescope finishes 200,000 Earth orbits in style — while studying a warped star explosion ....
    7. nsaneforums.com — Rocket Report: Era of cheap launch is over? Astra sets early 2027 target for return - General News - Nsan....
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  2. SpaceX launches USSF-259 military payload from Vandenberg

    SpaceX successfully launched the USSF-259 mission from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off shortly after the 6:00 p.m. PT window opened, following a scrub of the original Tuesday attempt. After reaching orbit, the company landed the first stage of the rocket on the droneship Of Course I Still Love You. This mission delivered military hardware to space rather than the company's standard Starlink broadband satellites.

    Why it matters

    The USSF-259 mission focuses on military hardware for the U.S. Space Force. It follows a busy August period for SpaceX that included the Nancy Grace Roman telescope and Starlink 10-39 launches.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX launched USSF-259 from Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 16, 2026.
    • The Falcon 9 first stage landed on the Of Course I Still Love You droneship.
    • The launch occurred from Space Launch Complex 4E.
    • SpaceX scrubbed the initial launch attempt scheduled for Tuesday.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of USSF-259 payload deployment status
    • Official date for Starship Flight 14
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. teslanorth.com — SpaceX Retargets Scrubbed USSF-259 Falcon 9 Off Vandenberg Tonight
    2. teslanorth.com — SpaceX Lifts Scrubbed USSF-259 Falcon 9 Off Vandenberg
    3. www.coingabbar.com — SpaceX Sets Launch Date for Starship Flight 14, SPCX Stock Pops 5%
    4. teslanorth.com — Starlink Mobile Lands in Panama With +Móvil Carrier Deal
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  3. SpaceX schedules military payload launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying a military payload from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The launch window is set between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. This mission follows a series of August launches, including the Starlink 10-39 mission and the Nancy Grace Roman telescope. While the company previously planned two broadband satellite launches for early September, this current mission focuses on military hardware rather than the Starlink constellation.

    Why it matters

    Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County serves as a primary site for polar orbit launches. SpaceX uses these missions to maintain its cadence of satellite deployments and government contracts. The Nancy Grace Roman telescope launch earlier in August highlighted the company's role in deep space exploration.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX is launching a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Tuesday.
    • The launch window for the Tuesday mission is between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.
    • The rocket is carrying a military payload.
    • SpaceX launched the Starlink 10-39 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 11:14 a.m. ET on a Friday in August.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of successful orbit insertion for the military payload
    • Announcement of subsequent September launch dates from Vandenberg
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches Starlink mission after it was scrubbed
    2. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches latest Starlink mission
    3. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: Today’s high near 102 degrees
    4. mynews13.com — NASA and SpaceX successfully launch Nancy Grace Roman telescope
    5. malaysia.news.yahoo.com — Europe launches two Earth-observation satellites amidst a busy week for China
    6. www.noozhawk.com — Vandenberg’s Next Mission: SpaceX Rocket Launch on Tuesday with Military Payload
    7. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: Hot, mostly sunny weather forecast
    8. www.floridatrend.com — Wednesday’s Afternoon Update
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  4. SpaceX prepares for second Labor Day weekend launch from Vandenberg

    SpaceX is planning another rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California over the Labor Day weekend. This follows a previously scheduled Falcon 9 mission set for Wednesday morning between 12:46 a.m. and 4:46 a.m. The company aims to execute two California-based launches during the first week of September to place 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit as part of its effort to grow its global satellite internet constellation.

    Why it matters

    These missions expand the network of satellites providing internet access worldwide. Using the Vandenberg site allows SpaceX to reach specific orbital inclinations.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX is planning a rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
    • The company intends to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on Wednesday morning between 12:46 a.m. and 4:46 a.m.
    • The missions aim to deploy 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the specific launch date and time for the second weekend mission
    • Successful deployment of the 24 satellites
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: Heat to continue in Magnolia, Edouard weakens over East Texas
    2. arstechnica.com — Rocket Report: Engines installed for Artemis III; Long March 6C breakup in LEO
    3. www.yahoo.com — Blue Origin to build a 'game changer' satellite before humans reach Mars
    4. www.yahoo.com — SpaceX Vandenberg Labor Day Weekend liftoff ahead. Track rocket launch
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  5. SpaceX schedules Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base Wednesday

    SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base early Wednesday morning. The launch window is scheduled between 12:46 a.m. and 4:46 a.m. This mission is part of a larger plan to deploy 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit. The company intends to conduct two rocket launches from California during the first week of September to expand its global satellite internet constellation.

    Why it matters

    Vandenberg Space Force Base serves as a primary West Coast hub for orbital launches. These missions increase the density of SpaceX's satellite network to improve global internet coverage.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday.
    • SpaceX plans two rocket launches from California during the first week of September.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The launch window is between 12:46 a.m. and 4:46 a.m. Wednesday.
    • The mission will carry 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the second California launch date for this week
    • Official launch telemetry and deployment confirmation for the 24 satellites
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.usatoday.com — SpaceX plans 2 rocket launches this week in California. Here's when
    2. www.yahoo.com — SpaceX plans 2 rocket launches this week in California. Here's when
    3. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: Highs near 100
    4. www.noozhawk.com — Vandenberg’s Next Mission: SpaceX Rocket Launch Early Wednesday Morning
    confidence 80%

  6. SpaceX Falcon 9 launch planned for early Wednesday from Vandenberg

    SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base early Wednesday morning, between 2:27 a.m. and 6:27 a.m. This mission is part of the company's effort to expand its global satellite internet constellation.

    Why it matters

    The launch is part of SpaceX's ongoing effort to expand its global satellite internet constellation. A recent Falcon 9 stage crashed into the Moon, creating a 60-foot crater. The company has multiple launches planned in the coming days, including one for NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on August 30.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX plans to launch 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday.
    • The launch window is between 2:27 a.m. and 6:27 a.m. Wednesday.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Elon Musk says SpaceX will launch 30 rockets a day from the Louisiana coast, beginning in 2029.

    What to watch next

    • The launch of the Falcon 9 rocket on Wednesday
    • The launch of NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on August 30
    • Progress on SpaceX's Louisiana spaceport development
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.noozhawk.com — Vandenberg’s Next Mission: SpaceX Rocket Launch Early Wednesday Morning
    2. www.magnoliareporter.com — Magnolia Three-Day Weather/Sky Report: More heat and a partial lunar eclipse
    3. www.nola.com — Elon Musk's plan for the world's largest spaceport in Louisiana is now official. Can he deliver?
    4. www.yahoo.com — SpaceX to launch NASA's newest space telescope Sunday. Watch live
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  7. SpaceX launch planned for Wednesday from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    SpaceX plans to launch 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday night. This mission is part of the company's ongoing effort to expand its global satellite internet constellation. A recent Falcon 9 stage crashed into the Moon, creating a 60-foot crater.

    Why it matters

    The upcoming launch is part of SpaceX's Starlink program, which aims to provide global satellite internet coverage. The company has been actively launching Starlink satellites in recent months. The Falcon 9 stage that crashed into the Moon was likely a spent stage from a previous launch.

    What is confirmed

    • A Falcon 9 stage gouged a 60-foot crater into the Moon.
    • The crater is near Einstein Crater and measures about 60 feet wide and under 10 feet deep.

    What to watch next

    • The successful launch of the Starlink satellites
    • Further information on the Falcon 9 stage that crashed into the Moon
    • SpaceX's plans for future lunar missions
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. eu.palmbeachpost.com — Did a SpaceX rocket crash on the moon? What to know about the impact
    2. arstechnica.com — Rocket Report: SpaceX makes its mark on the Moon; ULA names new boss
    3. eGamers.io — A Falcon 9 stage gouged a 60-foot crater into the Moon — and ULA finally has a new chief
    4. www.ad-hoc-news.de — Nvidia's $21 Billion Bet Puts SpaceX's Capital Spending Debate in a Sharper Light
    confidence 90%

  8. SpaceX Scheduled to Launch Broadband Satellites from Vandenberg

    SpaceX plans to launch 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission will depart from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday night. This launch follows a pattern of frequent Starlink deployments, such as the Starlink 10-45 mission launched from Space Launch Complex 40 on July 15. The upcoming flight is part of the company's ongoing effort to expand its global satellite internet constellation.

    Why it matters

    Vandenberg Space Force Base serves as a primary hub for polar orbit launches. These missions are essential for ensuring global coverage of the Starlink network. The use of the Falcon 9 rocket allows for repeatable, high-cadence deployment of satellite batches.

    What is confirmed

    • SpaceX will launch 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket.
    • The launch departs from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The launch is set for Wednesday night.
    • A Falcon 9 rocket may hit the Moon.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the final launch window and time.
    • Post-launch confirmation of satellite deployment into orbit.
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. arstechnica.com — Rocket Report: New launch rule may limit environmental regulations, Falcon 9 to hit Moon
    2. eu.usatoday.com — Final California rocket launch of July on tap tonight. How you can see it
    3. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches latest Starlink mission
    4. consent.yahoo.com — SpaceX eyes 1st August rocket launch at Vandenberg. Where, how to watch
    confidence 90%

  9. SpaceX Starlink mission departs from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    SpaceX is launching 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission departs from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base. While previously scheduled for Wednesday night, reports indicate the launch was targeted for August 1. This mission follows a pattern of frequent Starlink deployments, such as the Starlink 10-45 mission launched from Space Launch Complex 40 on Tuesday, July 15.

    Why it matters

    The launch contributes to the expansion of the Starlink satellite constellation. These missions utilize the Falcon 9 rocket to maintain global broadband coverage. Vandenberg serves as a primary West Coast site for polar orbit insertions.

    Still unconfirmed

    • SpaceX targeted a rocket launch at Vandenberg for August 1.
    • A Falcon 9 rocket launched the Starlink 10-45 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 on Tuesday, July 15.
    • A new launch rule may limit environmental regulations for US launch firms.
    • A Falcon 9 rocket is intended to hit the Moon.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the final launch window for the Vandenberg mission.
    • Telemetry data confirming the successful deployment of the 24 satellites.
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. arstechnica.com — Rocket Report: New launch rule may limit environmental regulations, Falcon 9 to hit Moon
    2. eu.usatoday.com — Final California rocket launch of July on tap tonight. How you can see it
    3. mynews13.com — SpaceX successfully launches latest Starlink mission
    4. consent.yahoo.com — SpaceX eyes 1st August rocket launch at Vandenberg. Where, how to watch
    confidence 70%

  10. SpaceX Schedules Starlink 17-46 Launch for Wednesday Night

    SpaceX will launch 24 broadband internet satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission departs from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base. The launch is set for Wednesday night.

    What's confirmed:

    • SpaceX will launch 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday.
    • The mission uses a Falcon 9 rocket.
    • The satellites are destined for low-Earth orbit.
    • The launch site is Space Launch Complex 4 East.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The launch will occur between 7 p.m. and 11 p.m.
    • The mission is designated as Starlink 17-46.
    • The Starlink constellation consists of more than 10,700 satellites.
    • The launch date is July 1.
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    1. Live Coverage: SpaceX to Launch 24 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9 ...
    2. Vandenberg's Next Mission: SpaceX Rocket Launch Wednesday Night
    3. UPDATE: SpaceX launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base
    4. Falcon 9 launch of Starlink satellites from Vandenberg SFB scheduled ...
    confidence 90%

  11. SpaceX Launches 24 Starlink Satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base

    A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The mission was scheduled for Wednesday evening from Space Launch Complex 4 East. The launch aimed to continue the expansion of the Starlink network.

    What's confirmed:

    • SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
    • The mission launched from Space Launch Complex 4 East.
    • The launch window was scheduled between 7:48 p.m. and 9:48 p.m. Wednesday.
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    2. Vandenberg SFB - Space Launch Schedule
    3. SpaceX - Launches
    4. Vandenberg SFB Launch Schedule - RocketLaunch.org
    5. Live coverage: SpaceX to launch intelligence-gathering satellites for the National Reconnaissance Office
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    8. Rocket launches are set to skyrocket soon at Vandenberg SFB
    9. SpaceX launch planned for Wednesday from Vandenberg Space Force Base
    10. Live Coverage: West Coast Falcon 9 launch to continue expansion of SpaceX’s Starlink network
    11. SpaceX launching 24 Starlink satellites from California tonight: Watch it live
    12. SpaceX plans nighttime rocket launch in California. How to watch
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