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SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch from SLC-4E Creates Stunning 'Jellyfish' Vapor Trail Across Southwest

Jun 19, 2024, 03:51 AM

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base, creating a stunning 'jellyfish' vapor trail visible across Southern California, Arizona, and Utah, including Orange County. The launch, which took place on June 18, 2024, was part of the Starlink Group 9-1 mission, aimed at deploying additional satellites to enhance global internet coverage. The event was widely observed and mistaken by some for a UFO or warhead. The launch also resulted in beautiful noctilucent clouds.