Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Overview

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS), an installation of the United States Space Force's Space Launch Delta 45, is located on Cape Canaveral in Brevard County, Florida. Operating since 1949, this historic site has been instrumental in American space exploration, launching the first U.S. Earth satellite (1958), the first U.S. astronaut (1961), and many other pioneering missions. The station includes multiple launch pads and is vital for national security and scientific research. It is closely associated with NASA's Kennedy Space Center, sharing infrastructure and history. CCSFS is also recognized as a National Historic Landmark, reflecting its significant role in space history.