SpaceX Targets Tuesday Afternoon for Next Rocket Launch from Cape Canaveral

The Falcon 9 rocket is set to take off no earlier than 3:56 p.m. on February 24 for the Starlink 6-110 mission.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 2:48pm

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SpaceX is planning its next rocket launch from Cape Canaveral on Tuesday afternoon, just days after sending a batch of Starlink satellites to orbit on Saturday night. The Falcon 9 rocket is targeted to lift off no earlier than 3:56 p.m. on February 24 for the Starlink 6-110 mission, with a launch window extending until 7:56 p.m. if needed.

Why it matters

SpaceX has been rapidly expanding its Starlink satellite internet network, with frequent launches from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. This latest mission continues the company's efforts to provide global high-speed internet access through its growing constellation of Starlink satellites.

The details

After liftoff, the Falcon 9 rocket will fly on a southeast trajectory and the booster will target landing on the Just Read the Instructions drone ship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. No sonic booms will be heard in Brevard County during this launch.

  • The Falcon 9 rocket is set to launch no earlier than 3:56 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
  • SpaceX has a launch window extending until 7:56 p.m. on February 24 if needed.

The players

SpaceX

An American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded by Elon Musk.

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What’s next

The FLORIDA TODAY Space Team will provide live updates beginning 90 minutes prior to the targeted liftoff time at floridatoday.com/space.

The takeaway

SpaceX continues its rapid pace of Starlink satellite launches from Cape Canaveral, further expanding its global high-speed internet network and demonstrating the company's ability to conduct frequent rocket flights from the Florida spaceport.