Sonic Boom from Classified Space Launch | Orlando News

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket roared into the sky at 3:09 AM, carrying a top-secret payload for the National Reconnaissance Office on mission NROL-95. After its booster completed its seventh flight — previously launching Starlink satellites and other classified missions — it returned to Earth with a thunderous sonic boom that rattled homes across Central Florida. Residents in Orange and Seminole counties heard the shockwave clearly, a reminder of the raw power of spaceflight. While officials keep the payload’s details under wraps, the successful launch and booster landing mark another milestone in the race to push boundaries — and bring the roar of space right to our doorstep. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6225e0107e3504e2