A soThe Florida event is approaching – and it’s possible people will be able to see it.way beyond the Sunshine State.
The Atlas V rocket, built by United Launch Alliance, is scheduled to launch from Cape Canaveral on Wednesday, November 5, within a 44-minute window that begins at 10:24 p.m. Eastern Time. A visibility map provided by ULA illustrates the route and flight path (refer to the image below).
Depending on the weather and cloud conditions, residents of Florida (and tourists) in areas such as Jacksonville, Cape Coral, and Miami may be able to witness it lighting up the sky following launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Visibility across much of Florida is expected, according to ULA.
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What is included on the ULA Atlas V? The ViaSat-3 Flight 2 (F2), referred to as an “ultra-high-capacity broadband satellite” for the company Viasat. This satellite is anticipated to significantly enhance the existing capacity of Viasat’s satellite network.
This Atlas V launch will involve the rocket being rapidly launched from the pad, driven by the force of five solid rocket boosters — providing an impressive display for spectators.
In Florida, this moment is most visible in person, especially if you’reany location on the Space Coast (Melbourne, Florida, area), the Fun Coast(Daytona Beach region) or theTreasure Coast(Vero Beach, Jensen Beach, and Fort Pierce)
This rocket launch from the satellite is particularly unique due to the possibility of being visible in different states. Previously, readers have sent in photos or shared them online.social media images of SpaceX Falcon Heavy, consisting of three Falcon 9 rocket first stages, visible from Myrtle Beach. Additional rocket launches have been observed in New Jersey and Georgia.
The Atlas V rocket from ULA should be visible outside of Florida, depending on weather and cloud conditions.
Here is details about ULA’s strong rocket, the Atlas V, how to view the Viasat rocket launch, and recommendations on where to watch it from Florida and other locations.
What is the schedule for the Viasat rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida? When is the United Launch Alliance Atlas V expected to take off?
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is scheduled to launch the second mission for Viasat, which is the second satellite in a planned set of three Ka-band communication satellites, at 10:24 p.m. ET, with a 44-minute window that lasts until 11:08 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The launch will take place from Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Featuring five side-mounted rocket boosters, the Atlas V could potentially be seen from other states.
Where can I see the ULA Atlas V launch and the Viasat rocket launch in person in Florida?
In Florida, the best way to experience this moment is if you’reany location on the Space Coast (Brevard County)) or specific areas in theFirst Coast or Fun Coast (Volusia County)) or the Treasure Coast (Indian River County, St. Lucie County, and Martin County)). However, individuals in Jacksonville, located far to the north of Cape Canaveral, and West Palm Beach, situated far to the south of Cape Canaveral, have shared images and videos of rocket launches on X, the social media platform previously called Twitter, as well as Instagram.Pro tip:If you plan to see it live, particularly on Florida’s Space Coast, arrive at your viewing location early and be ready to remain longer after the launch due to significant traffic.
A rocket launch can also be an auditory experience: On the Space Coast, a “rumble” may be heard or windows may shake in certain areas of Brevard County following liftoff.
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- Where can I view a rocket launch in Jacksonville, Florida?
Live weather radar: Is it going to rain in Cape Canaveral, Florida, today? Could the weather cause a rocket launch near NASA and the Kennedy Space Center to be postponed?
Displayed is the National Weather Service-Melbourne radar, providing real-time conditions for the Space Coast, Brevard County, Orlando, and other areas in Florida. The current date and time are shown in the bottom right corner of this radar embed; otherwise, you might need to clear your cache.
Which cities have visibility of the ULA Atlas V rocket launch departing from Cape Canaveral, Florida? Is it possible to view the Viasat rocket launch from Florida?
ULA shared an informative diagram (see above) illustrating the Atlas V launch of ViaSat-3 F2 for the company Viasat, along with its planned flight trajectory and visibility during launch.Note:Cities located along the Space Coast of Florida, situated in Brevard County and stretching 72 miles along the coast, include Titusville, Mims, Port St. John, Merritt Island, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, West Melbourne, Palm Bay, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, Melbourne Beach, Grant-Valkaria, and Sebastian.
Launch, Space Coast, east of Orlando, near the University of Central Florida, Bithlo, the northern part of the Treasure Coast, Indian River County, Sebastian, Vero Beach, sections of Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, and Oak Hill
1: Start + 60 seconds, Space Coast, Orlando, the Treasure Coast, Indian River County, Sebastian, Vero Beach, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach and Oak Hill, Volusia County, St. Augustine, Ocala, Lakeland region
2: Launch + 90 seconds, which involves the PLF separation or ejection and the ejection of the payload fairingSpace Coast, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Oak Hill, Port Orange, Volusia County, Treasure Coast, Indian River County, Martin County, St. Lucie County, Orlando, Sanford, Kissimmee, Central Florida, Ocala, Lakeland, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach
3: Launch + 150 seconds, which involves the separation of the solid rocket boosters, visibility reaches Sebring, Winter Haven, Palatka, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Sarasota, Manatee County, Sarasota County, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples, Collier County, Lee County, Clearwater, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Wellington, Jupiter, Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach, southern Georgia, Savannah, Georgia, some areas of the Caribbean, the Bahamas; visibility goes beyond Florida into Georgia
4: Launch + 210 seconds, which encompasses booster separation, Tallahassee, sections of the Big Bend region of Florida; visibility reaches beyond Florida to Georgia, the coastline of South Carolina, and parts of the coastline of North Carolina
5: Launch + 270 seconds, ULA Atlas V rocket launch visibility can be seen in additional states and cities beyond Florida:
- Georgia; the shoreline; Savannah, Georgia; Brunswick, Georgia; Springfield, Georgia
- South Carolina; the coastline; Hilton Head, South Carolina; Charleston, South Carolina; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- North Carolina; the shoreline; Wilmington, North Carolina
6: Launch + 330 seconds, ULA Atlas V rocket launch visibility can be seen in these regions beyond Florida:
- Bermuda
- the Caribbean
7: Launch + 390 seconds, the Atlas V rocket might be visible in these areas:
- Bermuda
- the Caribbean
The following recommendations are approximations derived from the image supplied by ULA.
Images of a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket at Cape Canaveral, Florida
How to view the Viasat rocket launch at Cape Canaveral, Florida. What time is the ULA Atlas V launch?
When and where: Comprehensive coverage of the launch, featuring a live webcast along with real-time tweets and updates, begins two hours prior to liftoff atECHOVISATA/space(you can type this on your phone’s browser) and will include detailed reporting. Ask our FLORIDA TODAY space team reporters Rick Neale and Brooke Edwards questions and start a discussion. You can also view the coverage through theFLORIDA TODAY app, which can be found in theApp Store or Google Play. You can download the free application for iPhone or Android or typeECHOVISATA/spacetype into your browser. FLORIDA TODAY is part of the USA TODAY Network.
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