A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the Transporter 12 mission carrying 131 different satellites to orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The rocket lifted off on Jan. 14, 2024 at 2:09 p.m. EST (1909 GMT; 11:09 a.m. local California time). The first stage touched down at landing zone 4 back at Vandenberg shortly after separation. Credit: SpaceX