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Public Advisories

The Space Launch Delta 45 public advisory page contains official announcements regarding significant events. The advisory documents, listed below, cover a wide range of topics which upcoming training exercises, facility closures, and public health advisories.

Emergency responders are on the scene. All personnel have been accounted for and there were no injuries/fatalities. 

Range officials, in coordination with Blue Origin and appropriate partners, are currently evaluating available data to determine the exact cause of the anomaly.

Debris from the anomaly could wash ashore along publicly accessible areas over the coming days or weeks, it is critical that this debris is reported to 911 for proper removal and mitigation. Launch vehicle debris is potentially hazardous, direct contact poses a risk to personal health and welfare. 

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

The Eastern Range remains fully mission capable for National Security Space Launch and continues to support operations at all other launch complexes.

The Eastern Range serves as a Department of Defense test and training range supporting critical development, testing, evaluation, and launch activities that advance national security and space capabilities. These operations often involve developmental systems and emerging technologies, and the nature of such testing carries inherent risk, including the potential for anomalies.

Space Launch Delta 45 remains committed to ensuring the safety of personnel, protecting critical infrastructure, and supporting continued access to space for the nation.

For more detailed queries please contact media@blueorigin.com

Space Launch Delta 45 is the World’s Premier Gateway to Space. Based at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida, SLD 45 operates the Eastern Range and provides safety and mission assurance for all rocket launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. For more information visit: Space Launch Delta 45 website; SLD 45 on Facebook; SLD 45 on Twitter

The 45th Security Forces Squadron is conducting a Base Defense Field Training Exercise planned from approximately 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., on May 22, 2026, at the Malabar Annex, in Palm Bay, Florida.

During the training exercise, the unit plans to utilize assets, which will create a noise similar to small explosions through the use of a Ground Burst Simulator and will utilize smoke grenades that will create clouds of green-colored smoke. Residents should not be alarmed. 

Please see the East Gate barrier maintenance schedule for Patrick SFB, as confirmed by 45th SFS. 

May 2026 Schedule:

  • 06 May 26 @1400-1430 (Weekly Check)
  • 13 May 26 @2200-0000 (Monthly Check)
  • 20 May 26 @1000-1200 

Installation Traffic Update

Access improvement projects are nearing completion, and drivers should be aware of traffic pattern adjustments beginning 09 February 2026.

The South Gate is expected to reopen Monday morning, February 9th, pending final safety inspections, which may shift commuting routes.

No later than Wednesday, February 11th, the North Housing area will return to its standard security configuration, and all residents and visitors will be required to possess valid base access credentials for entry.

Residents expecting guests should ensure visitors obtain passes at the Visitor Center during normal operating hours prior to arrival to help reduce entry delays. Please monitor official installation communication channels for the latest updates and allow extra travel time during the transition period.

Thank you for your continued patience as these improvements are completed to enhance installation safety and access.

2026 Holiday Gate Closure

Holiday Gate Closure Notification

 

PATRICK SPACE FORCE BASE, Fla. – The following information is for gate closures on Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in 2026.

 

President Washington’s Birthday (Monday, February 16th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Sunday, February 15. And reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, February 17.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Friday, February 13. and reopen at 0730 on Tuesday, February 17.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Saturday February 14 and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, February 17.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, February 13 and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, February 17.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, February 13. and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, February 17.

 

 

Memorial Day (Monday, May 25th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Saturday, May 23. and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, May 26.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Friday, May 22 and reopen at 0730 on Tuesday, May 26.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Saturday, May 23 and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, May 26.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1200 on Friday, May 22 and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, May 26.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, May 22. and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, May 26.

 

Juneteenth (Friday, June 19th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Thursday, June 18. and reopen at 0600 on Saturday, Jun 20.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Thursday, June 18 and reopen at 0730 on Monday, June 22.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1700 on Thursday, June 18 and reopen at 0800 on Saturday, June 20.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Thursday, June 18 and reopen at 0630 on Monday, June 22.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Thursday, June 18. and reopen at 0630 on Monday, June 22.

 

Independence Day (Saturday, July 4th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Friday, July 3. and reopen at 0600 on Sunday, July 5.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on, July 2 and reopen at 0730 on Monday, July 6.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Friday, July 3 and reopen at 0800 on Monday, July 6.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, July 3 and reopen at 0630 on Monday, July 6.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Thursday, July 2. and reopen at 0630 on Monday, July 6.

 

Labor Day (Monday, September 7th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Sunday, September 6. and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, September 8.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Friday, September 4. and reopen at 0730 on Tuesday, September 8.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Saturday, September 5. and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, September 8.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, September 4. and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, September 8.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, September 4. and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, September 8.

 

Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day (Monday, October 12, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Sunday, October 11 and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, October 13.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Friday, October 9 and reopen at 0730 on Tuesday, October 13.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Saturday, October 10 and reopen at 0600 on Tuesday, October 13.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, October 9 and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, October 13.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Friday, October 9 and reopen at 0630 on Tuesday, October 13.

 

Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Tuesday, November 10 and reopen at 0600 on Thursday, November 12.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Tuesday, November 10 and reopen at 0730 on Thursday, November 12.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1700 on Tuesday, November 10 and reopen at 0600 on Thursday, November 12.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Tuesday, November 10 and reopen at 0630 on Thursday, November 12.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Tuesday, November 10 and reopen at 0630 on Thursday, November 12.

 

Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Wednesday, November 25 and reopen at 0600 on Friday, November 27.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Wednesday, November 25 and reopen at 0730 on Friday, November 27.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1700 on Wednesday, November 25 and reopen at 0800 on Friday, November 27.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Wednesday, November 25 and reopen at 0630 on Friday, November 27.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Wednesday, November 25 and reopen at 0630 on Friday, November 27.

 

 

Christmas Day (Friday, December 25th, 2026)

The South Gate at PSFB will close at 2000 on Thursday, December 24 and reopen at 0600 on Saturday, December 26.

Visitor Control Center at PSFB will close at 1630 on Thursday, December 24 and reopen at 0600 on Monday, December 28.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at PSFB will close at 1200 on Thursday, December 24 and reopen at 0800 on Saturday, December 26.

The Commercial Vehicle Gate at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Thursday, December 24 and reopen at 0630 on Monday, December 28.

Visitor Control Center at CCSFS will close at 1500 on Thursday, December 24 and reopen at 0630 on Monday, December 28.

 

If you have questions please contact the Space Launch Delta 45 Base Defense Operations Center at (PSFB) 321-494-2008, (CCSFS) 321-853-2121 or email SLD45.PA.PublicAffairs@spaceforce.mil

Space Launch Delta 45 is the World’s Premier Gateway to Space. Based at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida, Space Launch Delta 45 operates the Eastern Range and provides safety and mission assurance for all rocket launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

 

 

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