Space Coast Sets New Record — 94 Launches This Season, 100+ Predicted Next Year

Space Coast Reaches Record 94 Launches

Florida’s Space Coast hit a new milestone this week when Monday’s flight brought the season total to 94 launches. The achievement underscores the region’s rapid growth as a hub for commercial and government space activity.

Industry experts predict annual launch counts could exceed 100 next year as private companies and government programs increase their flight schedules. Several launch providers, including United Launch Alliance (ULA), have announced plans to raise their cadence in 2026 — a move that should contribute substantially to higher yearly totals.

The uptick in launch traffic is expected to provide a measurable boost to the local economy, supporting jobs in manufacturing, operations, logistics and tourism tied to launch events. Increased launch activity also strengthens the region’s position in the national and global aerospace ecosystem.

What to watch: watch for expanded commercial launch manifests, more frequent government missions, and announcements from major providers about cadence and infrastructure upgrades in the coming year.