SpaceX’s Starship and Super Heavy booster positioned on the launchpad ahead of April’s test flight. [Courtesy: SpaceX]
Key Takeaways:
SpaceX's Starship rocket is set for its second test flight as early as mid-November, pending final regulatory approval from the FAA.
The rocket was grounded by the FAA since April after its initial test flight exploded minutes after launch during stage separation.
The FAA has completed its mishap investigation and safety review for Starship's launch license, bringing it closer to granting authorization for the next flight.
SpaceX has implemented numerous upgrades to both the Starship vehicle and ground infrastructure, including a hot-stage separation system and a water-cooled flame deflector, based on lessons learned from the first flight.
After months of being grounded by the FAA, SpaceX’s Starship rocket could soon see its second launch in a matter of days, the company said Friday.
“The second flight test of a fully integrated Starship could launch as soon as mid-November, pending regulatory approval,” SpaceX said in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
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