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Starlink 6-61 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Oct 23, 2024 21:47 - 01:47 UTC (17:47 - 21:47 ET)
Issued
Tue Oct 22, 2024 at 00:30 UTC (20:30 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
Tomorrow, conditions will be very similar to the last few days with breezy winds and isolated coastal showers. By the evening, winds will shift more northerly as the remnants of Oscar push to the northeast. While any onshore moving showers that develop will likely remain low-topped due to very dry air in the mid-levels, there is a small risk of a flight through Cumulus Cloud Rule violation. Launch conditions improve for the backup day Thursday as the ridge builds over the Florida peninsula, relaxing wind speeds and ushering in even drier air. Weather will be very favorable with a negligible risk of any weather violations.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
85%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low-Mod |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
>95%
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |