SpaceX is launching SAOCOM 1B, an earth observation satellite for Argentina's Space Agency.
The booster is a Block 5.
The mission to low earth sun synchronous orbit will launch from SLC 40 at Kennedy Space Center. The first stage will land back on land at LZ 1.
Cargo:
- Payload mass is approximately 1,7 tonnes
- Primary mission: SAOCOM 1B
- Secondary mission: smallsats GNOMES-1 and Sequoia
Check your local time at: www.timeanddate.com
Where to watch:
Tim Dodd will be live streaming 30 minutes before launch:
Or 15 minutes before launch:
Background information about previous SpaceX launches: Wikipedia
Another launch was planned for the 30th by Rocket Lab but was postponed due to COVID-19
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.
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