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Clear Skies for Satellite Launch: See Atlas V Tonight!
28 Apr
Summary
- An Atlas V rocket is launching Monday night from Florida.
- The rocket carries 29 Amazon Leo satellites into orbit.
- Launch is expected to be visible from the Philadelphia region.
An Atlas V rocket is set to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday night. The launch is scheduled for 8:52 p.m. on a southeastern trajectory. This mission is a critical step for Amazon's satellite constellation.
The United Launch Alliance, a partnership between Lockheed Martin and Boeing, is conducting the launch. The rocket is carrying 29 Amazon Leo satellites. Clear skies are predicted for the Philadelphia region, increasing the likelihood of visibility for the liftoff.
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