Cape Canaveral is currently seeing a significant increase in rocket launches, exceeding the frequency during the Cold War. This surge is driven by competition with China, which is planning lunar missions. SpaceX and other companies are expanding operations at the site, while military officials highlight the necessity for additional U.S. spaceports to meet future demand.
Key facts
- Cape Canaveral has surpassed Cold War-era launch levels.
- Space Force aims for 1,000 annual launches by 2030.
- Space Launch Delta 45 supported 109 launches last year.
- Projected launches could reach 1,200 annually by 2036.
- SpaceX plans to build a new site in Louisiana.
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