SpaceX is launching the first of two sea level observation satellites.
The Science of #SeeingTheSeas: Update on Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich Satellite
Prelaunch News Update on Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich Satellite
The booster is a new Falcon 9 Block 5 and will return back to land (LZ-4)
The mission to low-earth orbit will launch from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California.
SpaceX will attempt to capture the fairings.
Cargo:
- Satellite: Sentinel 6A
- Payload mass: 1'440 kg
Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com
Where to watch:
Tim Dodd, 30 minutes before launch: Everyday Astronaut
SpaceX Livestream starting 15 minutes before launch
NASA TV Livestream or NASA on YouTube
Background information about previous SpaceX launches: Wikipedia
Useful links to stay up to date on launches:
Spaceflightnow.com: Launch Schedule
Everyday Astronaut: Prelaunch Previews
Space News:
NASA Spaceflight nasaspacefight.com
Be aware, this is rocket surgery.
Small disturbances can lead to postponed launches. Making sure everything is just right is way cheaper than risking big fireworks.