#test-launch

#test-launch

SpaceX's Starship, designed to carry astronauts to the moon and beyond, had a repeat test launch but experienced a failure shortly after reaching space.

The spacecraft's booster exploded shortly after separating from the ship, but the rest of the spacecraft appeared to continue on track.

Corrective measures, including reinforcing the launch pad, were taken before the second test flight was granted a launch license. [ more ]

SpaceX attempted a repeat test launch of its Starship spacecraft, but experienced a failure shortly after reaching space.

The first attempt in April failed due to an internal fire and late activation of the automatic-destruct command.

Corrective measures were put in place before the second test flight, including reinforcing the launch pad with a water-cooled steel plate. [ more ]

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft is set for a repeat test launch after its first attempt ended in an explosion.

The mission's objective is to launch Starship into space and return it for a splashdown off Hawaii's coast.

A successful test flight would be a key step towards SpaceX's goal of sending people and cargo back to the moon and eventually to Mars. [ more ]