NASA rocket set to launch tonight

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UPDATE 5/16/2021 8:24 p.m. NASA is preparing to launch Black Brant XII tonight for the final time.

UPDATE 8:12 p.m.: The launch has been scrubbed due to windy conditions.

UPDATE 8:45 a.m.:

SpaceX posted their mission on social media overnight, with a successful launch at 2:42 a.m. Sunday, May 9.

NASA is preparing to launch its sounding rocket, Black Brant XII, from Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia on Sunday, May 9. The launch will be no later than 8:43 p.m.

The launch was originally scheduled for Saturday night but was rescheduled due to windy weather conditions.

Eastern U.S. residents may be able to see a brief light show from their backyards if weather permits.

We’ll keep you updated on-air and online with the latest information.