Launch · Falcon 9
Where to watch Inmarsat-7 F1 (GX-7)
Around December 2026, date to be announced
Falcon 9 · Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA · To Be Determined
Dates this far out move often. This page updates as the schedule does.
Is it worth the drive?
10 of the last 10 went on the first try
That is how Falcon 9 launches from Florida have gone lately, not counting Starlink. The rest scrubbed at least once before flying.
Playalinda Beach
Open 6 AM–6 PM that day, as posted. May change.
About the mission
Inmarsat-7 is the seventh generation of satellites for the London-based global mobile satellite communications operator Inmarsat. The three satellites of the series - GX-7, 8 & 9 - will have an improved fully reconfigurable Ka-band payload for Inmarsat's Global Xpress services. They are optimized for real-time mobility and feature thousands of dynamically-formed beams that direct capacity with laser-like precision over high-demand areas, to provide HTS (High Throughput) broadband connectivity for the mobility market. The satellites will be based on Airbus’ new standard and fully reconfigurable satellite product line OneSat. Fully reconfigurable and featuring on board processing and active antennas, the three Ka-band spacecraft will be able to adjust their coverage, capacity and frequency.
Where to stand
Public spots that are open for this pad, in my own words. The map shows each one against the pad.
Playalinda Beach
This is about as far as you can go on Playalinda Beach for launch viewing. Some tips: - Beach opening hours do not adjust for a launch. If a launch gets postponed to be after park closing hours, you will be forced to leave. - Playalinda has closed for launches in the past, but recently it has remained open. - This is my personal favorite public launch viewing spot! Even if a launch scrubs, you still get a nice beach day. - From this spot, you may not be able to see (all of) the rocket ahead of launch, but it will be visible within 5 seconds of liftoff! - The view in this picture is a launch from Pad 40. If the launch is from 39-A, you'll be twice as close!
Playalinda Beach - Elevated Boardwalk
In each of the parking complexes, you will have to take an elevated boardwalk to get to the beach. Many people choose to use this boardwalk platform as a way to see the entire rocket on the launchpad prior to launch! If that is a priority, this may be your spot!
Jetty Park Pier
A fixed concrete pier at Jetty Park, one of the closest locations south of the launch pads. This is a great spot when optimizing for booster landings. Admissions can be tricky, so make sure to check latest ticketing information from their official website.
Max Brewer Bridge
A nice elevated view to be able to see most of the launch pads. During major launches, the entire bridge can be shut down to allow pedestrian traffic.
Cherie Down Park
This spot generally has decent parking and can be a good alternative to Jetty Park. In reality, this marker represents the fact that any spot up and down this stretch of beach is a great view, especially for booster landings.
Space View Park
Nice public park on the water with good views!
Viewing guides
See every viewing spot on the map
The map shows each spot against the launch pads, with a live countdown for the next launch. The app adds alerts when a launch moves.