Bahamas Hosts Historic SpaceX Rocket Landing February 18

The Bahamas is poised to make history with its first international rocket landing by SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, scheduled for February 18 off the coast of The Exumas. This landmark event marks a significant step for both the global space tourism industry and The Bahamas, positioning the country as a key player in this emerging sector. The Falcon 9 will launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, landing on an autonomous droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. Bahamian aerospace expert Aisha Bowe, a former NASA scientist, helped establish the necessary space protocols in collaboration with SpaceX. The event will be regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration and the Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas, with additional landings planned for 2025. The launch will be streamed live, allowing a global audience to witness this historic moment and further promoting The Bahamas as a unique space tourism destination.