Rocket Launch: Falcon 9 Block 5 — USSF-259
When:Tuesday, September 15 at 6:00 PM
Where:Vandenberg Space Force Base
USSF-259 is a classified mission for the United States Space Force. It is possibly a batch of classified LEO satellites based on SpaceX’s Starshield satellite bus, based on locations of ascent rocket stage drop zones being fits with previous SDA Transport Layer launches. Launching from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Launch times shift often — check back for updates. Visible from much of Lompoc; popular viewing spots include Ocean Ave west of town and Surf Beach (when open).