SpaceX To Ramp Up Florida Launches After Green Light
SpaceX To Ramp Up Florida Launches After Green Light
US · Published Sep 5, 2025
FAA has approved SpaceX to increase Falcon 9 launches from Florida’s Space Coast from 50 to 120 per year.
The approval permits a new landing zone for up to 34 booster landings annually.
While environmental impacts were deemed acceptable, potential effects on local wildlife remain uncertain.
FAA approves increased SpaceX launches in Florida
SpaceX has received the green light to significantly increase its launch cadence from Florida's Space Coast, following the FAA's approval of an environmental assessment. This clearance allows SpaceX to conduct up to 120 Falcon 9 launches per year, a substantial increase from the previous limit of 50. The approval also includes the establishment of a new landing zone, accommodating up to 34 booster landings annually. This expansion signifies a major step forward for SpaceX's operations and the broader space industry in Florida.
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