Rocket Launch: April 29, 2022 5:23 PM ET | SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink 4-16
Apr 29, 2022 Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink 4-16MISSION
SpaceX's Starlink is the constellation of networked satellites aimed to provide internet services to those who are not yet connected, and to provide reliable and affordable internet across the globe.
LAUNCH VIEWING
The current launch window for Starlink 4-16 is 5:23 PM - 5:44 PM EST, with a T-0 opportunity at 5:33 PM EST. Please check back for future updates regarding the official launch time. Watch the launch with only daily admission at either of the following locations:
Atlantis North Lawn Viewing Area
Located to the left when approaching Space Shuttle Atlantis®
- Approximately 6.7 miles/10.8 kilometers from the launch pad
- Included with daily admission
- Viewing area opens at 3:30 PM
- See the rocket once it clears the tree line
- Bleacher seating with live launch commentary and video feed included
Banana Creek Launch Viewing Area
Located at the Apollo/Saturn V Center, accessible only via visitor complex buses
- Approximately 3.35 miles/5.39 kilometers from the launch pad
- Included with daily admission
- Viewing area opens at 2:00 PM
- Bus transportation will operate 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM. Follow signs for Bus Tours.
- Bus Tours are capacity limited and may be paused at any time due to launch and operational requirement.
- See the rocket leave the launch pad
- Bleacher seating with live launch commentary and video feed included
Arrival Information
Plan to arrive early! The visitor complex opens at 9:00 AM. Kennedy Space Center experiences increased traffic on launch days, and there is construction on SR 405/NASA Causeway and SR 3/Courtenay Parkway resulting in lower speed limits and lane closures. Allow extra time for single-lane roads leading up to the visitor complex.
Availability of upcoming viewing opportunities is dependent upon the scheduled launch time and is subject to NASA and U.S. Space Force approval. Launch date, time, and viewing opportunities are subject to change. Launches can be affected by technical and mechanical issues as well as range operations and weather, either in advance or at the last minute.
