The Vandenberg Space Force Base, pivotal for numerous military and commercial launches including SpaceX's Falcon 9, has seen a surge in activity, leading to a noteworthy increase in sonic boom noise complaints from nearby residents. Unlike previous decades where launches occurred infrequently, the current rate has escalated to between five and seven monthly launches. Concerns have escalated due to the proximity of these booms to the coastal areas attributed to the launch trajectories of the Starlink satellites. The ECOBOOM research project seeks to analyze the implications of these sonic booms and promote community well-being.
The Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara is increasingly generating noise complaints from residents due to the rising frequency of Falcon 9 launches, affecting the community.
Research indicates that the trajectories of the new Starlink satellites are placing Falcon 9 sonic booms closer to the coast, raising concerns for local populations.
Kent Gee's ECOBOOM project studies the impact of sonic booms on communities, highlighting Space Force's interest in understanding these effects and ensuring community welfare.
Noise from increased launches, now up to seven per month from Vandenberg, raises alarm for residents, with sonic booms rattling homes and frightening pets.
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