# SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from California on Sunday.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-24 · The Arizona Republic*

## Key points

- SpaceX's April 26 launch from Vandenberg aims to deploy 25 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit.
- An early morning launch window with a southern trajectory will reduce visibility for many Arizona residents.
- A backup launch window is available the next day, per a Federal Aviation Administration advisory.
- Livestream coverage will be available on SpaceX's website and X TV mobile app starting five minutes before liftoff.

**Companies:** SpaceX
**Countries:** United States

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