SpaceX and United Launch Alliance schedule two rocket launches from Florida

9 articles · Updated · Florida Today · Apr 26

On April 27, SpaceX will launch a Falcon Heavy rocket in the morning and ULA will launch an Atlas V rocket with 29 Amazon Leo satellites in the evening from Cape Canaveral.
The Falcon Heavy will carry a Boeing-built Viasat broadband satellite to geosynchronous transfer orbit for Asia-Pacific connectivity, while the Atlas V will deploy Amazon’s satellites for broadband services.
Both launches are expected to be visible across Florida’s Space Coast and beyond, with the Falcon Heavy producing a sonic boom. Live coverage and viewing guides are available via USA TODAY Network and NASA+ platforms.

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