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Today: SpaceX set to launch rocket on RRT-1 mission from Cape Canaveral

SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket Monday night. FILE IMAGE: SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on launch pad (WFTV Staff/WFTV)

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — SpaceX is planning a nighttime launch Monday from Florida’s Space Coast.

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The company’s Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to lift off rom Cape Canaveral Space Force Station for the RRT-1 mission.

The mission will aim to deliver a GPS satellite into orbit for the U.S. Space Force.

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The launch was delayed on Friday.

At last report, officials estimated weather conditions as 75% favorable for Monday’s liftoff, which is scheduled for 7:51 p.m.

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