That was the final launch for the Space Force’s SBIRS constellation, which will provide missile warnings and defense for the U.S. military.
For Laura Kretschmer, who is visiting Florida from Germany, the sunrise offered a beautiful backdrop while she watched the Atlas V rocket as it soared into space over the water.
“It was amazing. Like, all the lights and stuff,’” Kretschmer said.
The launch is set for 7:08 p.m. from Space Launch Complex 40.
You can watch the launch as it happens here and on WFTV Channel 9.
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