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 preparing for its second flight test as early as mid-November, pending final regulatory approval from the FAA.
The Starship was previously grounded by the FAA after its initial test flight in April ended with an explosion due to a loss of control during stage separation.
The FAA has concluded its investigation into the April mishap and completed the safety review portion of the Starship-Super Heavy license evaluation.
SpaceX has implemented numerous upgrades to the vehicle and ground infrastructure, including a new hot-stage separation system and pad reinforcements, 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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