SpaceX
September 13, 2024
SpaceX Unicorn News - September 13, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration has postponed SpaceX's next Starship test flight until late November 2024. The delay is attributed to extended environmental analysis and additional review requirements. SpaceX had been prepared for a mid-September launch.
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() SpaceX's Starship Faces Delays, FAA Postpones Next Flight Until Late November
SpaceX has announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is unlikely to grant a launch license for its fifth Starship test flight until late November 2024 at the earliest. SpaceX had been prepared for a launch since early August and was anticipating approval for a mid-September launch. However, the delay is attributed to extended environmental analysis rather than new safety concerns. The FAA stated that the delay is due to SpaceX's modifications to the vehicle configuration and mission profile, which require a more thorough review and consultation with other agencies. This additional information was submitted by SpaceX in mid-August, necessitating more time for the review process. The FAA emphasized that SpaceX must meet all safety, environmental, and other licensing requirements before launch authorization can be granted.
Sources
1 https://www.digitaltrends.com/space/spacexs-next-starship-flight-delayed-by-months/
2 https://www.space.com/spacex-starship-flight-five-late-november
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