Space Force Plans Upgrades at Vandenberg Space Force Base to Double Launch Capacity by 2027
The Space Force is set to enhance Vandenberg Space Force Base's infrastructure to double its launch capacity by 2027, aiming to increase SpaceX's annual flights from 50 to 100. Recent contracts totaling $155 million have been awarded for upgrades, including new launch pads and payload processing facilities, supported by a $1.3 billion Congressional funding allocation for 2024-2028. The expansion plans may also involve developing additional launch complexes on currently undeveloped land.
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The Space Force is planning upgrades at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, to increase its launch capabilities. The base supported 66 launch missions in 2025, up from 51 in 2024, with expectations to double SpaceX's launch cadence from 50 to 100 flights per year by 2027 following the approval of a new hangar.
Current efforts include expanding launch pads and upgrading payload processing facilities, with contracts awarded to Astrotech Space Operations for $77 million and Blue Origin for $78 million. Space Launch Delta 30 plans to utilize undeveloped land for four to seven additional launch complexes, potentially including Space Launch Complex 14 for heavy rockets. Funding from a $1.3 billion Congressional allocation for 2024-2028 will support these infrastructure projects as part of the broader
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