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SpaceX aiming to launch massive Starship for the third time early Thursday

TechCrunch · 1y ago

SpaceX aiming to launch massive Starship for the third time early Thursday

SpaceX is set to launch its Starship rocket into orbit for the third time, following clearance from U.S. regulators. The launch will take place from the company's Starbase campus in Texas, with a livestream available to watch. Previous test flights of the rocket ended in explosions, leading to investigations and hardware upgrades. This upcoming launch aims to showcase new capabilities, including a fuel transfer demonstration and engine restarts in space. The success of the Starship is crucial to SpaceX's future business plans and NASA's Artemis program for lunar exploration.

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FAA completes investigation into SpaceX's second fiery Starship test

TechCrunch · 1y ago

FAA completes investigation into SpaceX's second fiery Starship test

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has accepted SpaceX's "root causes and 17 corrective actions" related to the investigation of the second Starship launch in November. However, before flying the Starship again, SpaceX must implement the corrective actions and apply for a modified launch license, which is currently under evaluation. The investigation showed that the likely cause of the explosion during the launch was a filter blockage in one of the Raptor engines. SpaceX is already incorporating hardware changes and design upgrades for the next launch, aiming for a fully reusable launch system capable of various missions.

SpaceX eyes March 14 for next Starship test flight

TechCrunch · 1y ago

SpaceX eyes March 14 for next Starship test flight

SpaceX is planning to launch its Starship rocket for the third time on March 14. While awaiting approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the company recently completed a "wet dress" rehearsal for the launch. The FAA has completed its investigation into SpaceX's second Starship launch and has requested the completion of corrective actions before issuing a modified license. The upcoming launch aims to demonstrate new objectives, including a propellant transfer demonstration and the first-ever relight of a Raptor engine in space. This mission is part of SpaceX's iterative development approach towards building a reusable transportation system for Earth orbit, the Moon, and Mars.

SpaceX aims for Thursday Starship test flight

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

SpaceX aims for Thursday Starship test flight

Elon Musk's SpaceX is set for a Thursday test flight of its Starship rocket, the world's largest and most powerful. Standing 403 feet tall, the uncrewed flight aims to improve reliability and performance after a previous mid-air explosion. The Starship, vital to Musk's Mars colonization vision, also serves NASA's lunar goals. Despite past setbacks and FAA scrutiny, SpaceX plans to eventually make Starship fully reusable, marking a breakthrough for multiplanetary living.

SpaceX is cleared to attempt its third Starship test flight

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

SpaceX is cleared to attempt its third Starship test flight

The Federal Aviation Administration has granted SpaceX a license for the third test flight of its Starship Super Heavy vehicle. The launch window opened on March 14th, and SpaceX is targeting a splashdown in the Indian Ocean instead of near Hawaii for this attempt. The company aims to achieve several ambitious objectives during this flight, including propellant transfer demonstration, re-lighting an engine in space, and a controlled reentry of Starship. SpaceX has met all safety and environmental requirements, following corrective actions suggested by the FAA after previous explosive landings.

Will SpaceX’s Starship Finally Not Explode Next Week?

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Will SpaceX’s Starship Finally Not Explode Next Week?

SpaceX has hinted at a potential date for the third launch of its Starship rocket. The company completed a wet dress rehearsal for the rocket and posted a link for the viewing of the upcoming test flight. The live feed is scheduled for March 14th, following a successful fueling test and a previous investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) into the second test flight. SpaceX is awaiting a license modification from the FAA before the scheduled launch.

SpaceX sucessfully launches Starship in third flight test

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

SpaceX sucessfully launches Starship in third flight test

SpaceX's Starship had a successful test flight, becoming the first to complete its full-duration ascent burn. The vehicle demonstrated its ability to separate from its Super Heavy booster and opened a payload door. However, contact with the Starship was lost shortly before splashdown. Despite this setback, SpaceX plans to continue increasing its launch cadence throughout the year. The Super Heavy booster experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its landing attempt. The Starship did not attempt its planned on-orbit relight due to vehicle roll rates. This was SpaceX's third test flight for the Starship rocket.

We Finally Know Why SpaceX’s Starship Exploded (Twice) During Its Second Flight

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

We Finally Know Why SpaceX’s Starship Exploded (Twice) During Its Second Flight

The FAA has completed its investigation into SpaceX's second Starship test flight and has closed the inquiry. SpaceX has identified the causes of the failed test and implemented corrective actions, clearing the way for the third test flight pending necessary adjustments. During the second test, issues caused the Super Heavy booster to explode and the upper stage to end prematurely. SpaceX has addressed the problems by implementing fixes and hardware changes for future Starship vehicles. The third test flight is anticipated to take place in March.

SpaceX to try to ‘catch’ Starship after its 5th test flight: Musk

Inshorts · 1y ago

SpaceX to try to ‘catch’ Starship after its 5th test flight: Musk

SpaceX will try to 'catch' the world's largest and most powerful rocket Starship after it completes its fifth test flight in late July, CEO Elon Musk revealed. Musk was replying to a user who posted a video showing how giant mechanical arms would catch Starship instead of letting it simply land. This may drastically reduce the turnaround time for Starship.

SpaceX aims for better landings in latest starship test

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

SpaceX aims for better landings in latest starship test

SpaceX successfully launched another Starship rocket, marking the fourth flight test for the massive vehicle. The company's goal for this mission was to demonstrate the controlled returns of both the booster rocket and spacecraft. This rocket is crucial for a range of plans, including returning US astronauts to the moon and facilitating interplanetary exploration. SpaceX's founder and CEO, Elon Musk, ultimately envisions using Starship to send humans to Mars once it has proven its capability to land NASA astronauts on the moon.

Internal pre-Starlink SpaceX financials show big spending on moonshot bets

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Internal pre-Starlink SpaceX financials show big spending on moonshot bets

Confidential financial reports from SpaceX reveal the company's dependence on its Starlink business unit and the launch of its Starship rocket to achieve positive cash flow. The reports, from 2018 and 2019, show that while SpaceX's revenue increased to $1.98 billion in 2018 and $1.45 billion in 2019, the company operated at a net loss of -$308 million and -$501 million respectively. SpaceX's focus on the Starlink and Starship programs is evident through its spending on research and development. Despite this, SpaceX has seen significant growth and now has over 2.5 million customers for its satellite internet service. However, the launch of the Starship rocket is essential for expanding the capacity and reach of the Starlink network.

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