SpaceX launches cargo to the space station, creating a 'space jellyfish'

Summary

SpaceX launched more than 3 tons of cargo toward the International Space Station on Tuesday morning, Oct. 13. Space.com reports that the launch created a dazzling display visible up and down the U.S. East Coast.

Timeline

1. Space.com

   12 Oct 2026, 21:00 UTCSource ↗

   Space.com reports that SpaceX successfully launched more than 3 tons of cargo toward the International Space Station on Tuesday morning, Oct. 13.

2. Space.com

   13 Oct 2026, 17:02 UTCSource ↗

   Space.com reports that the cargo launch created a dazzling display seen up and down the U.S. East Coast.