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SpaceX Plans Middle-of-Night Launch from Vandenberg

March 25, 2023

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Key Takeaways

SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
The mission will deliver the South Korean CAS500-2 payload.
The launch window is between 11:59 p.m. Saturday and 12:36 a.m. Sunday.
The first-stage booster will return to Landing Zone 4.

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Strategic Implications

This launch may indicate SpaceX's continued growth in the satellite launch market, which could strengthen its competitive position against other launch providers. The inclusion of multiple rideshare payloads suggests a trend towards increased demand for shared launch services, which may benefit smaller satellite operators.

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What Happened

Falcon 9 Rocket To Deliver South Korean Satellite And Rideshare Payloads

SpaceX is preparing to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County, carrying the South Korean Compact Advanced Satellite 500 and dozens of other payloads. The launch window is scheduled between 11:59 p.m. Saturday and 12:36 a.m. Sunday, with the first-stage booster returning to Landing Zone 4. Residents in the area can expect to hear sonic booms eight to 10 minutes after liftoff. This mission was reported by Noozhawk.

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