Updated 10/9: Classified Atlas V Launch, October 5th

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After several delays, United Launch Alliance (ULA) will be launching an Atlas V rocket on a classified mission for the National Reconnaissance Office. The launch window will open early Thursday morning, October 5th, between 3:30am-5:00am. Bad weather is expected to continue for the Space Coast well into next week and even beyond, with a high chance of storms and rain possible for this launch window. If the weather does clear, viewers might be treated to a rare night launch and full moon combo. October’s full moon is set to rise during the evening hours and set just after sunrise. Since this is a classified launch, streaming will not be available from the Atlas V rocket, but viewers can watch for local news coverage.

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UPDATE 10/5: This morning’s launch attempt was scrubbed due to weather. The next attempt is scheduled for early Friday morning, October 6th at 4:03am.

UPDATE 10/6: This morning’s launch attempt was scrubbed due to weather. The next attempt is scheduled for early Friday morning, October 7th at 3:59am.

UPDATE 10/9: After three unsuccessful attempts, a part on the rocket failed and required a rollback for replacement. No attempt has been rescheduled at this time.