SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Launch Scheduled For January 11, 2026, From Vandenberg Space Force Base

The residents of California are in for a treat as SpaceX prepares to launch its Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara County. Scheduled for 5:19 a. m. PT on Sunday, January 11, 2026, the liftoff will mark another milestone in the commercial spaceflight company’s endeavors. This particular mission involves a rideshare launch, where the two-stage Falcon 9 vehicle will carry a variety of small satellites into space, including one from NASA. For those who wish to witness the event firsthand, numerous locations near the launch site offer a vantage point.

However, for those who prefer to stay home, SpaceX will provide a —stream of the launch. The company’s efforts to deploy its commercial Starlink internet satellites are well-known, with the Vandenberg Space Force Base being a frequent launch site for such missions. In the event of a postponement, a backup launch opportunity is available for the following day, as indicated by a Federal Aviation Administration operations plan advisory.

Residents of California have the privilege of witnessing the rocket launch in person, either near the launch site or further away as it soars overhead.