SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket and lights up SoCal sky

SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket and Lights up SoCal Sky

Summary:

An incredible sight was visible across Southern California as a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink satellites launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
Reporter Gabe Santos witnessed the event from Air 7 HD in Ventura County.
The Falcon 9 rocket launched above the marine layer just to the right of Point Conception, and 15 Starlink satellites were successfully deployed.
The rocket rapidly ascended into the sky just after sunset.

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Did you see it in the sky tonight? An incredible sight visible across Southern California as a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink satellites launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Reporter Gabe Santos was in Air 7 HD in Ventura County calling it all. There you have it, bright light, and there's the Falcon 9 rocket launching above the marine layer just to the right of Point Conception there. You have 15 Starlink satellites courtesy of SpaceX and Starlink. Air 7 HD is about 8,000 feet, and just in a matter of a few seconds, that rocket has matched us in altitude and it's continuing up into the sky just after sunset here. Launching from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Beautiful sight.

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The sky over Southern California lit up with an awe-inspiring display as SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base, carrying a payload of 15 Starlink satellites. The event drew the attention of onlookers across the region, marveling at the bright light shooting up into the night sky.

Reporter Gabe Santos was fortunate enough to capture the moment from a unique vantage point, aboard Air 7 HD in Ventura County. From the aircraft's lofty position, the Falcon 9 rocket was clearly visible, soaring above the marine layer and positioning itself just to the right of Point Conception.

SpaceX's Starlink project aims to deploy a vast constellation of satellites to provide global internet coverage. With each successful launch, the network expands, bringing the company closer to achieving its ambitious goal.

As the rocket rapidly ascended after sunset, the 15 Starlink satellites were deployed, adding to the growing fleet in space. The precision and reliability of the Falcon 9 once again demonstrated SpaceX's expertise in space launch technology.

Witnesses on the ground marveled at the sight, with many sharing their excitement on social media platforms. The night sky illuminated by the rocket's fiery trail left a lasting impression on all those fortunate enough to witness the event.

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