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Time-lapse video: The Falcon Heavy goes vertical again

January 13, 2018 Spaceflight Now

Watch a time-lapse video as the Falcon Heavy is moved into position for prelaunch testing at the Kennedy Space Center’s pad 39A on January 12, 2018. The video runs at 40 times normal speed. This video is made possible by the generous support of Spaceflight Now members. Join today. We appreciate your support.

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  • SpaceX delays again Falcon 9 launch of Italian Earth observation satellite
    December 27, 2025
  • Former ULA president and CEO Tory Bruno joins Blue Origin
    December 26, 2025
  • H3 rocket suffers upper stage anomaly, fails to correctly deploy navigation satellite
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