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Posted 9/11/2023, 5:37:00 PM

SpaceX Starship Nears Next Test Flight After Completing FAA Investigation Requirements

SpaceX's Starship prototype is nearing readiness for its next test flight attempt to reach orbit.
The FAA has closed its investigation into the failed April 20 test flight that ended with an explosion.
The FAA outlined 63 corrective actions needed before SpaceX can get a launch license for the next flight attempt.
SpaceX says it has completed most of the required vehicle and process improvements.
However, paperwork needs to be submitted and approved before the FAA grants a launch license, so the next flight is still some weeks away.

cnet.com

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SpaceX stacks giant Starship rocket ahead of 2nd test flight (photos)

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Starship is stacked and ready to make its second launch attempt

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SpaceX is not yet cleared for another Starship Super Heavy test flight, FAA says

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FAA Orders SpaceX to Take 63 Corrective Actions Before Starship Can Fly Again After April Explosion

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that SpaceX must address 63 corrective actions before it can conduct another test flight of its Starship Super Heavy rocket following the mid-flight explosion in April 2023.

9/8/2023

SpaceX Makes Safety Changes After Starship Explosion Damaged Launch Pad

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FAA Requires SpaceX to Fix Dozens of Issues Before Allowing More Starship Launches

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Elon Musk to Give Updates on SpaceX's Starship Rocket at International Space Conference

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10/5/2023

Elon Musk to Provide Update on SpaceX's Starship Rocket at International Conference

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10/5/2023

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10/8/2023

Musk Hopes for Successful Starship Test Flight But Can't Guarantee No Explosion

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is cautiously optimistic about the success of the next Starship test launch, acknowledging the risk but believing that they have a decent chance of reaching orbit.

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Posted 9/11/2023, 5:37:00 PM

SpaceX Starship Nears Next Test Flight After Completing FAA Investigation Requirements

SpaceX's Starship prototype is nearing readiness for its next test flight attempt to reach orbit.
The FAA has closed its investigation into the failed April 20 test flight that ended with an explosion.
The FAA outlined 63 corrective actions needed before SpaceX can get a launch license for the next flight attempt.
SpaceX says it has completed most of the required vehicle and process improvements.
However, paperwork needs to be submitted and approved before the FAA grants a launch license, so the next flight is still some weeks away.

cnet.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/6/2023

SpaceX stacks giant Starship rocket ahead of 2nd test flight (photos)

SpaceX's Starship rocket is ready for its second test flight pending regulatory approval, with the fully reusable vehicle eventually intended for various spaceflight missions.

9/6/2023

Starship is stacked and ready to make its second launch attempt

SpaceX has stacked its Starship rocket on top of a Super Heavy booster in preparation for a second test flight, pending regulatory approval from the FAA.

9/7/2023

SpaceX is not yet cleared for another Starship Super Heavy test flight, FAA says

9/8/2023

FAA Orders SpaceX to Take 63 Corrective Actions Before Starship Can Fly Again After April Explosion

9/8/2023

SpaceX Makes Safety Changes After Starship Explosion Damaged Launch Pad

9/8/2023

FAA Requires SpaceX to Fix Dozens of Issues Before Allowing More Starship Launches

10/5/2023

Elon Musk to Give Updates on SpaceX's Starship Rocket at International Space Conference

10/5/2023

Elon Musk to Provide Update on SpaceX's Starship Rocket at International Conference

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk will give an update on the company's Starship vehicle at the International Astronautical Congress, discussing the design, development, and ambition to make life multiplanetary.

10/5/2023

Musk Eyes Mars Landing for Starship in 2026 or 2027, But Technical Hurdles Remain for Revolutionary Rocket

10/8/2023

Musk Hopes for Successful Starship Test Flight But Can't Guarantee No Explosion

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is cautiously optimistic about the success of the next Starship test launch, acknowledging the risk but believing that they have a decent chance of reaching orbit.