[Launch Alert] Launch On Schedule

[Launch Alert]

This afternoon's planned launch of a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg AFB appears to be on schedule. The vehicle is scheduled to lift off from south base at 12:47:58 PDT.

For launch status, countdown information, and video feeds of the launch, go to: 

     www.spaceflightnow.com

     www.spacex.com

     www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/#public

The Internet feeds may be delayed by several seconds. Rather than relying on the feeds for launch cueing, use a GPS receiver or another source to obtain the exact time. You can also set your watch to the exact time from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (www.time.gov).