The launch takes place at Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand.
The mission is called In Focus and is a rideshare for Canon Electronics and Planet.
Payload consists of 9 Rocket Lab SuperDove CubeSats for Planet Labs and a satellite for Canon Electronics, mounted on Rocket Lab's newly developed kick-stage.
Introduction of Rocket Lab's satellite bus and capable kick-stage:
Introducing First Light: Rocket Lab's first Photon satellite in orbit
Why it's interesting:
- 15th launch of the Electron rocket by Rocket Lab
- The engines are 3D printed
- Fuel pumps are battery powered.
- The stages are built out of carbon composite material.
- Kiwis in space
Where to watch:
Tim Dodd will be live streaming 30 minutes before launch:
15 minutes before launch:
Or
Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com
Useful links to stay up to date on launches:
Spaceflightnow.com: Launch Schedule
Everyday Astronaut: Prelaunch Previews
Space News:
NASA Spaceflight nasaspacefight.com
Be aware, this is rocket surgery.
Small disturbances can lead to postponed launches. Making sure everything is just right is way cheaper than risking big fireworks.