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FAA To Kick Off Public Hearings on SpaceX Environmental Review

Space X hopes to launch its Starship and Super Heavy rocket from the Boca Chica Launch Site in Cameron County, Texas. SpaceX
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Key Takeaways:

  • SpaceX plans to launch its Starship and Super Heavy rocket from Boca Chica, Texas, for missions to Mars.
  • The project requires FAA approval, which is currently undergoing a draft environmental assessment.
  • The FAA will hold public hearings on October 18 and 20 to gather comments on the environmental and safety impacts outlined in its report.
  • After public input, the FAA will publish a final assessment, which is a prerequisite for SpaceX to obtain launch licensing for the Super Heavy rocket.
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SpaceX has set some lofty goals to develop the world’s most powerful launch vehicle, capable of sending crew and cargo to the Martian surface.

Jeremy Kariuki

Jeremy attained his bachelor's in journalism and emerging media from Kennesaw State University. He also served in the Georgia Air National Guard as a C-130 Crew Chief for six years, holding an associate in aircraft maintenance technology.

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