Yes, you can see the Amazon rocket launch from Ohio. Here’s how
Mahoning Valley residents may get a glimpse of the Amazon rocket tonight.
After a two-week delay due to inclement weather, the United Launch Alliance Atlas V is set to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 7 p.m. EDT on Monday, April 28.
The Atlas V flight path will be northeast, over the Atlantic Ocean. But, visibility is expected to extend as far east as Birmingham, Alabama, and as far north as Detroit, Michigan.
The farther east you are, the more you will be able to see. For instance, Savannah will be able to see the rocket within 150 seconds of the launch, where the rocket will still be intact.
Charlotte, North Carolina, will join the viewing party 210 seconds after launch, as the solid rocket boosters separate from the rocket.
At 330 seconds after takeoff, the rocket will be visible in most of Ohio.
The launch is part of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ goal to operate 3,232 broadband satellites that will provide a fast internet service.
Known as Project Kuiper, ULA will install the constellation of satellites in phases, using 46 launches. This initial launch will include 27 satellites.
For live updates and a webcast of the inaugural launch, visit the ULA website.
This story was originally published April 28, 2025 at 6:59 PM.
