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Rocket Launch: April 1, 2022 - 12:14 PM EST | SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-4

Apr 01, 2022 12:14 PM Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-4

MISSION

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch Transporter-4, a mission comprised of numerous small microsatellites and nanosatellites for commercial and government customers headed for a sun-synchronous orbit.


LAUNCH VIEWING

Hear the rumble with 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 launch pad
  • Viewing area opens at 10:30 AM
  • See the rocket once it clears the tree line
  • Included with daily admission
  • Bleacher seating with live launch commentary and video feed

Banana Creek Launch Viewing Area at the Apollo/Saturn V Center


  • Approximately 6.2 miles/10 kilometers from launch pad
  • Viewing area opens at 10:00 AM
  • See the rocket leave the launch pad
  • Included with daily admission
  • Bleacher seating with live launch commentary and video feed

Important Information

Plan to arrive early! 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.


 

BUY ADMISSION

 

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.

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Rocket Launch: April 1, 2022 12:14 PM EST | SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-4