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Starlink 8-6 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Aug 28, 2024 05:50 - 09:50 UTC (01:50 - 05:50 ET)
Issued
Tue Aug 27, 2024 at 17:30 UTC (13:30 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
The western Atlantic ridge axis remains positioned north of the area extending into the southeast US. This synoptic pattern will yield a deep layer of weak onshore easterly winds throughout the column, which will aid in pushing late afternoon seabreeze activity well west of the spaceport. Additionally, while this pattern typically would garner nocturnal coastal showers moving onshore overnight and into the early morning, the relatively drier and more stable airmass in place will aid in inhibiting any significant development. Primary concern for the next several days would be any cumulus clouds that could potentially develop just offshore.
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 |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
90%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |