Falcon 9 to Launch NROL-105 Mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base
SPACE ECONOMY
A Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to launch the NROL-105 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base on January 16, 2026, with a backup window on January 17. The mission aims to enhance the National Reconnaissance Office's satellite constellation, and following the launch, the booster will land at Landing Zone 4, potentially causing sonic booms in the area depending on weather conditions.

Jan 17, 2026, 6:14 AM