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    SpaceX is carrying out its Transporter-18 mission, the latest in its series of dedicated smallsat rideshare flights that launch dozens of satellites into orbit on a single Falcon 9 rocket. The Transporter missions have become a routine workhorse for commercial, government and academic satellite operators seeking affordable access to space, and each new flight draws attention from the space community tracking payloads and booster landings.

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    SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy from Kennedy Space Center●SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX launched its Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The heavy-lift vehicle lifted off from Launch Complex 39A, adding to the company's growing launch cadence. News outlets covered the liftoff, which drew attention from space enthusiasts tracking the booster's flight and landing attempts.

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    SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket has flown its first mission on behalf of the U.S. spy satellite agency, a milestone for the heavy-lift launcher as it takes on national security work. Flying a classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office marks a new phase for the vehicle, which previously launched commercial and NASA missions, and underscores SpaceX's growing role in military space operations.

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    SpaceX to launch Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center tonight●WATCH LIVE at 11:53 P.M.: SpaceX to launch Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center✉newsScienceSpace7 h ago

    SpaceX is preparing to launch its Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, with liftoff scheduled for 11:53 p.m. Local outlets are streaming the launch live, and viewers around the world are watching for the heavy-lift rocket's departure and booster landings. No further mission details, payload information, or confirmation of the launch outcome have been provided yet.

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    SpaceX's Transporter-18 to launch over 100 spacecraft▼Launch preview: More than 100 spacecraft hitch a ride to orbit on SpaceX’s Transporter-18✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX is preparing to launch its Transporter-18 rideshare mission, carrying more than 100 spacecraft to orbit on a single Falcon 9 rocket. The mission continues the company's regular small-satellite rideshare program, giving operators of small satellites and hosted payloads shared access to space at lower cost. Coverage is focused on the launch preview and the growing number of spacecraft being packed onto each rideshare flight.

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    Kyrgyz President Watches SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch at Vandenberg▼Kyrgyz Republic President Sadyr Zhaparov views SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch from VSFB✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    Kyrgyz Republic President Sadyr Zhaparov traveled to Vandenberg Space Force Base in California to watch a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch in person. The visit was documented by Vandenberg officials, highlighting space cooperation and diplomacy between Kyrgyzstan and the United States during the leader's trip.

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    SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket has been rolled out to the launch pad ahead of an upcoming mission. The heavy-lift vehicle, one of the most powerful operational rockets in the world, is prepared for another flight, drawing attention from space enthusiasts and industry watchers tracking SpaceX's launch schedule.

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    Falcon Heavy launches secret US spy satellite in SpaceX tripleheader●3 for 3! Falcon Heavy rocket launches secret US spy mission to complete SpaceX tripleheader✉newsScienceSpace2 h ago

    SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket launched a classified US military spy mission, completing a third successful launch in a row for the company. The mission's payload and details remain secret, with the US Space Force keeping specifics under wraps. The tripleheader underscores SpaceX's rapid launch cadence and the Falcon Heavy's continued role in national security space missions.

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    Sonic booms heard across Space Coast during SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch●LISTEN: Sonic booms on Space Coast during SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    A SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch from Florida's Space Coast produced loud sonic booms heard across the region, with WESH broadcasting audio of the rumbles. Sonic booms occur when the rocket's boosters reenter the atmosphere after separating from the vehicle. Residents along the coast are accustomed to such sounds during frequent launches from Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral.

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    Falcon Heavy to launch first mission for US spy satellite agency●Falcon Heavy to fly its first mission for U.S. spy satellite agency✉newsScienceSpace10 h ago

    SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket is set to fly its first mission for the U.S. agency responsible for spy satellites, according to Spaceflight Now. The assignment marks a milestone for the heavy-lift launcher, adding a national security customer to its flight manifest and signaling growing confidence in the vehicle for sensitive military and intelligence payloads.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy launches in dramatic near-midnight liftoff▼See photos of mighty SpaceX Falcon Heavy soaring skyward near midnight✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket lifted off shortly before midnight from Florida, and photographers captured dramatic images of the heavy-lift vehicle soaring into the night sky. News outlets, including Florida Today, published photo galleries of the launch, showing the rocket's climb illuminated against the darkness.

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    SpaceX sends four astronauts to the International Space Station▼SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to International Space Station✉newsScienceSpace Policy58 min ago

    SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station from Florida, continuing its role flying crews for NASA. The mission is part of the company's regular rotation of astronaut transport flights using its Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule, further cementing commercial spaceflight's place in human space exploration.

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    NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 Flight Crew Arrive at Launch Pad▼NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 Flight Crew Arrive at Launch Pad✉newsScienceSpace10 h ago

    The four astronauts of NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived at the launch pad ahead of their flight to the International Space Station. The crew travelled to Kennedy Space Center for final preparations, with liftoff planned aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft. The mission will carry astronauts to the orbiting laboratory for a long-duration science expedition.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy to launch secret US spy mission tonight▼SpaceX's powerful Falcon Heavy rocket launching secret US spy mission tonight: Watch it live✉newsScienceSpace12 h ago

    SpaceX is set to launch a classified US spy satellite aboard its powerful Falcon Heavy rocket tonight, with the mission expected to be streamed live online. The payload details remain undisclosed due to the classified nature of the national security mission. Space enthusiasts and observers are watching for the launch window and the rocket's side booster landings.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy launches classified spy satellite from Florida▼WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launches classified spy mission from Florida's Space Coast✉newsScienceSpace3 h ago

    A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket lifted off from Florida's Space Coast carrying a classified mission for the US military. The launch drew attention as spectators watched the heavy-lift rocket deliver a spy payload whose details remain undisclosed for security reasons.

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    Falcon Heavy launches secret US spy satellite, completing SpaceX tripleheader●3 for 3! Falcon Heavy rocket launches secret US spy mission to complete SpaceX tripleheader (video)✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    SpaceX launched a Falcon Heavy rocket carrying a classified US spy mission, completing a third successful launch in a row for the company. The payloads and mission details remain secret, as is typical for national security flights. The flight adds to SpaceX's busy launch cadence and drew attention for the rare Falcon Heavy tripleheader milestone.

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    SpaceX to launch Google AI satellite with 129 other payloads▼Watch SpaceX launch Google AI satellite, 129 other payloads to orbit today✉newsScienceSpace18 h ago

    SpaceX is set to launch a satellite carrying Google's AI technology into orbit, along with 129 other payloads, in a ride-sharing mission today. The flight highlights the growing role of commercial space launches in deploying artificial intelligence hardware and small satellites. Spectators can watch the liftoff live as the Falcon rocket carries the diverse cargo stack to orbit.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch lights up skies over Hampton Roads●WATCH: SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket seen across Hampton Roads, North Carolina✉newsScienceSpace1 h ago

    A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch was visible across Hampton Roads, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina, with local news stations sharing footage of the rocket streaking through the sky. Residents across the region reported seeing the bright spectacle, prompting widespread discussion and shared videos of the launch.

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    SpaceX launch from Kennedy Space Center may be visible in Tallahassee▼SpaceX rocket launch at Kennedy Space Center: Will it be seen in Tallahassee?✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX is preparing a rocket launch from Kennedy Space Center on Florida's Space Coast, and local newspapers are telling residents in Tallahassee and elsewhere in the state whether the launch may be visible from their area. Falcon rockets launching from the coast are often visible across much of Florida shortly after liftoff, weather permitting, drawing wide attention from skywatchers.

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    Crew-13 mission finally launches toward the ISS●Crew-13 wreszcie w drodze do ISS! 1 października o 17:10 czasu polskiego z Cape Canaveral na Florydzie wystartował FalcoMmastodonScienceSpace316 h ago

    The Crew-13 mission lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on October 1 at 5:10 p.m. Polish time. A Falcon 9 rocket carried a four-person crew in a Dragon capsule toward the International Space Station. The spacecraft safely reached orbit and separated from the rocket. The launch had faced repeated delays, having initially been planned for as early as September 12.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch underway in Florida▼SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch in Florida: How to submit photos, video✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch is taking place in Florida, drawing attention from spectators and space watchers. Local coverage is inviting the public to submit their photos and videos of the liftoff, reflecting strong interest in capturing the heavy-lift rocket's flight from the Space Coast.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy launches NROL-97 mission for US spy agency●SpaceX Falcon Heavy launches NROL-97 mission at NASA's Kennedy Space Center✉newsScienceSpace7 h ago

    SpaceX launched its Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying the NROL-97 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office. The flight, conducted from Launch Complex 39A, delivered a classified national security payload into orbit. Details of the spacecraft and its purpose remain secret, as is standard for NRO missions.

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    Vandenberg Prepares for SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-18 Launch●"Vandenberg SFB Launch Alert Space Launch Delta 30 Guardians and Airmen are scheduled to support the launch of a SpaceXMmastodonScienceSpace91 d ago

    A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, carrying the Transporter-18 rideshare mission to low-Earth orbit. Launch is targeted for Thursday, Oct. 1, with a 58-minute launch window. Guardians and Airmen from Space Launch Delta 30 are supporting the mission, which will carry multiple small payloads into orbit at once.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy caps double launch day with midnight sonic booms●SpaceX Falcon Heavy tops double launch day with midnight sonic booms✉newsScienceSpace9 h ago

    SpaceX launched a Falcon Heavy rocket around midnight, capping a day that featured two launches from Florida's Space Coast. The heavy-lift rocket's return produced loud sonic booms heard across central Florida as boosters came back to land. Residents reported the late-night noise, and the rare double-launch day drew attention from spacefans and local media.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy Targeting Late-Night October 1 Launch▼SpaceX Falcon Heavy set for late-night Oct. 1 launch✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX is preparing a Falcon Heavy rocket for launch late on the night of October 1 from Florida, according to Florida Today. The mission timing was announced in advance, and observers are watching for the heavy-lift rocket's return, which typically draws attention for its synchronized booster landings. Further details on the payload and destination have not been widely reported yet.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy set for midnight launch with sonic booms●SpaceX Falcon Heavy primed to finish double launch day with midnight sonic booms✉newsScienceSpace10 h ago

    SpaceX is preparing a Falcon Heavy launch from Florida, capping off a double launch day for the company with liftoff around midnight. Residents along the Space Coast could hear sonic booms as the rocket's side boosters return to land. The mission makes for an unusually busy day, with two SpaceX launches from Florida's Space Coast planned within the same 24-hour period.

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    SpaceX to launch crewed and classified Falcon Heavy missions same day▼SpaceX set to launch astronauts and a classified Falcon Heavy mission on the same day✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX is preparing two launches on a single day: a crewed astronaut mission and a classified US national security payload on a Falcon Heavy rocket. The back-to-back schedule highlights the company's increasing launch cadence and its central role in both NASA human spaceflight and military missions. Details of the classified payload's purpose have not been disclosed.

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    SpaceX is preparing to conduct three Falcon 9 rocket launches within a single day, an unusually rapid firing rate for the company's workhorse rocket. The back-to-back missions highlight SpaceX's growing launch cadence as it scales up satellite deployments and commercial flights from multiple pads. Observers of the space industry are closely watching whether the company can pull off the triple launch without delays.

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    SpaceX Falcon Heavy prepares for rare Florida launch▼SpaceX Falcon Heavy set for rare Florida launch. Here's what to know✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX is preparing a Falcon Heavy rocket for a launch from Florida, an event Florida Today and other outlets describe as rare given how infrequently the triple-booster rocket flies. Coverage outlines what spectators and space watchers should know, including the significance of the mission and viewing details along the Space Coast.

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    SpaceX Plans Three Falcon 9 Launches in 13 Hours▼SpaceX Triple Header Thursday: Three Falcon 9 Launches in 13 Hours✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX is set for a demanding triple launch day, with three Falcon 9 rockets scheduled to lift off within a 13-hour window on Thursday. The rapid cadence highlights the company's growing launch frequency and booster reuse capabilities. Space enthusiasts and industry watchers are tracking each mission's timing, payloads and landing attempts as the day unfolds.

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    NASA and SpaceX launch Crew-13 mission to space station●Watch the launch of NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 and it's booster landing✉newsScienceSpace18 h ago

    NASA and SpaceX launched the Crew-13 mission from Florida, carrying astronauts to the International Space Station. Coverage includes video of the liftoff and the successful return landing of the Falcon 9 first-stage booster, part of SpaceX's routine rocket reusability program. Viewers are following the launch livestream and the booster touchdown.

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    Starship Reaches Orbit as SpaceX Eyes Falcon 9 Transition●Starship Reaches Orbit as SpaceX’s Planned Shift From Falcon 9 and Dragon Raises Supply Concerns✉newsScienceSpace1 d ago

    SpaceX's Starship has reached orbit, a milestone in the company's next-generation rocket programme. Attention is now turning to SpaceX's plan to eventually shift launches and crew missions from the workhorse Falcon 9 and Dragon vehicles to Starship. Observers are raising concerns about whether the transition could affect supply missions to orbit in the meantime, given Starship's development schedule remains uncertain.