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SpaceX News: SpaceX Plans Starship Launch On October 13

October 8, 2024

SpaceX Unicorn News - October 08, 2024

SpaceX has scheduled its next Starship launch for October 13, 2024, pending FAA approval. The test aims to demonstrate advanced capabilities, including the mid-air catch of the Super Heavy booster. However, FAA concerns may delay approval due to environmental analysis requirements.

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( 00:00:32 ) SpaceX Targets October 13 for Next Starship Launch, Pending FAA Approval

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SpaceX is preparing for a pivotal test of its Starship megarocket, with a tentative launch date set for October 13, 2024, subject to approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This test will be the fifth flight for Starship and aims to demonstrate significant advancements, including the innovative use of 'chopstick' arms on the launch tower to catch the Super Heavy booster mid-air. Additionally, SpaceX plans to conduct another reentry and landing burn, building on the outcomes of previous tests that have had varying degrees of success. However, the timeline for this launch is complicated by the FAA's requirement for a comprehensive environmental analysis, which may delay the necessary approval until late November 2024. This requirement has already postponed the test from its originally planned date in September 2024, adding complexity to SpaceX's operational schedule and highlighting the regulatory challenges faced in advancing space exploration technologies.

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