SpaceXscheduled
Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-31
Government/Top Secret
Dec30
7:00 PM ET
Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Countdown
T-62d 18:47:42
Unknown Pad
Launch ConfidenceGO
91%
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Mission
Classified US Space Force carrying two payloads directly to geostationary orbit.
Lighting Conditions
Nighttime
Sun -18° WSW
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Best Viewing Spots for This Launch
Top places to watch Falcon 9 Block 5 | USSF-31 launch from Unknown Pad:
- Space View Park — restrooms · parking · free
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- Alan Shepard Park — restrooms · parking · free