NASA to Provide Live Coverage of Sentinel-6B International Ocean Tracking Mission Launch
On Monday, November 17, at 12:21 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) will launch the Sentinel-6B international ocean tracking mission aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
The mission marks a significant milestone in the decades-long effort to monitor global sea level and ocean conditions using precise radar measurements from space. Since the early 1990s, satellites launched by NASA and its domestic and international partners have collected critical data on sea levels, which is essential for protecting coastal infrastructure, improving weather forecasting, and supporting commercial activities at sea.
To coincide with the launch, NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch and launch activities starting at 11:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, November 16, and continuing through Monday morning. Viewers can watch the coverage live on various platforms, including NASA+, Amazon Prime, and social media.
The launch is part of a collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), EUMETSAT, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The mission will extend the dataset out to nearly four decades, providing valuable insights into ocean dynamics and sea level changes.
Before the launch, NASA will host a prelaunch teleconference on Saturday, November 15, featuring experts from NASA, ESA, and other partners. The teleconference will take place at 4 p.m. EST and can be listened to live on the NASA Video YouTube channel. Media interested in participating by phone must RSVP no later than two hours prior to the start of the call.
On launch day, viewers can tune into audio-only coverage on NASA's "V" circuits or watch live streaming and photos of the mission on NASA's website. Members of the public can also register to attend the launch virtually through NASA's virtual guest program.
To share the excitement with friends and family, use the official hashtags #NASA, #Sentinel6B, and @NASA across social media platforms.
On Monday, November 17, at 12:21 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) will launch the Sentinel-6B international ocean tracking mission aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
The mission marks a significant milestone in the decades-long effort to monitor global sea level and ocean conditions using precise radar measurements from space. Since the early 1990s, satellites launched by NASA and its domestic and international partners have collected critical data on sea levels, which is essential for protecting coastal infrastructure, improving weather forecasting, and supporting commercial activities at sea.
To coincide with the launch, NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch and launch activities starting at 11:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, November 16, and continuing through Monday morning. Viewers can watch the coverage live on various platforms, including NASA+, Amazon Prime, and social media.
The launch is part of a collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), EUMETSAT, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The mission will extend the dataset out to nearly four decades, providing valuable insights into ocean dynamics and sea level changes.
Before the launch, NASA will host a prelaunch teleconference on Saturday, November 15, featuring experts from NASA, ESA, and other partners. The teleconference will take place at 4 p.m. EST and can be listened to live on the NASA Video YouTube channel. Media interested in participating by phone must RSVP no later than two hours prior to the start of the call.
On launch day, viewers can tune into audio-only coverage on NASA's "V" circuits or watch live streaming and photos of the mission on NASA's website. Members of the public can also register to attend the launch virtually through NASA's virtual guest program.
To share the excitement with friends and family, use the official hashtags #NASA, #Sentinel6B, and @NASA across social media platforms.
. Like, who doesn't want to see some epic rocket launch on NASA TV? But for real though, can we take a sec to appreciate the actual science behind Sentinel-6B? This mission's been in the works for ages and it's gonna give us some serious insight into ocean dynamics... like, have you seen those crazy sea level changes from 1990s? 
It's wild how much our oceans have changed since then. And now we get to see how this new satellite is gonna help us better understand all that. Plus, SpaceX and NASA collab-ing, it's like the future of space exploration right before our eyes 
. Can't wait for the launch coverage on Sunday...
. It just goes to show how important it is to keep track of our oceans. sea levels are really fluctuating right now and we need all the data we can get to prepare for the worst 
, can't believe we're getting another satellite to track our oceans and sea levels 
! it's like, totally mind-blowing how much we've come from those early 90s satellites to now having this precise radar technology that helps us predict weather patterns and protect coastal areas 
. I hope they do live coverage cuz I wanna be able to see all the prep work and launch live 
! anyone else excited about this? 
It's like, the most epic space mission EVER! NASA is on fire right now and I am LIVING for it!!! They're gonna make some serious waves (get it?) with Sentinel-6B and I just know they're gonna CRUSH it out there in space!!! SpaceX is my spirit animal btw 
Can't wait to tune in live coverage on NASA+ & Amazon Prime! 
can't wait for those live coverage streams though, NASA's got this 
think its great that its a collab between nasa, esa, and other orgs too 
we need more international cooperation on space missions 
. But, let's get real, SpaceX has the best rockets, right? 
The Falcon 9 rocket is so reliable, I'm sure they'll make that launch look smooth as silk 
. And, fun fact, this mission will extend our dataset by nearly four decades – talk about a long-term commitment to science! 
but honestly, is it really necessary to have a prelaunch teleconference? Can't we just wing it like the rest of our lives 
I'm low-key hyped for this mission, like what if it helps save our coastlines from climate change 
And it's only available on NASA+ which is basically just a paywall for people who want to pretend they're interested in space stuff. 
Can't they just put the whole thing on YouTube like normal? 
. It's been ages since we've had a decent dataset to work with, and now NASA is stepping up its game with Sentinel-6B 
. That collaboration between NASA, ESA, EUMETSAT, and NOAA is gonna bring some serious data firepower 
I'm so hyped for this launch!!! 4 decades of data is a huge deal! imagine all the cool stuff we'll learn about our oceans 
. and it's not just about the science, it's also about how this mission will help us protect our coastlines and communities 
. NASA is doing some amazing work, and I love that they're sharing everything live on social media so anyone can follow along 
. let's get ready to blast off into a new era of ocean exploration! 
. I mean, think about it - sea levels rising, weather patterns changing... it's all connected and we need to stay informed to protect our homes, communities, and the environment 
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! Can't wait to watch it go live on Sunday night 