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Florida Space Coast Launch Schedule

May 1, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Florida's Space Coast hosted 109 orbital rocket launches in 2025.
31 rockets launched from the state by the end of April 2026.
SpaceX Falcon 9 to launch Dragon spacecraft to ISS.
ULA Atlas V to lift Amazon Leo broadband satellites.

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Strategic Implications

The continued high launch pace at Florida's Space Coast may indicate a sustained demand for satellite and space services, which could benefit launch providers like SpaceX and ULA. The variety of missions, including NASA resupply and commercial satellite launches, suggests a diverse and growing space industry in the region.

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What Happened

Record-Breaking Launch Pace Continues In 2026 With SpaceX And ULA

Florida’s Space Coast is on track to surpass its record-breaking 109 orbital rocket launches from 2025, with 31 rockets already launched by the end of April 2026. The upcoming launch schedule features a mix of SpaceX Starlink satellite liftoffs, a NASA resupply mission to the International Space Station, and commercial satellite launches. According to Florida Today, the Cape’s May launch schedule will be busy, with multiple missions planned, including a SpaceX Falcon 9 launch and a ULA Atlas V launch.

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