SpaceX Receives FAA License for Third Starship Super Heavy Test Flight
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given SpaceX the green light for the third test flight of its Starship Super Heavy vehicle. The highly anticipated launch could occur as soon as Thursday morning, with a 110-minute launch window opening at 7AM CT / 8AM ET / 5AM PT.
Viewers eager to witness the historic event are advised to set their alarms early, as the launch could either be canceled or take place ahead of schedule within the window. The FAA has confirmed that SpaceX has met all necessary requirements, including safety, environmental, policy, and financial responsibility.
Past Starship test flights have not gone as planned, ending explosively and resulting in corrective actions being implemented by the FAA. For this upcoming launch, SpaceX has decided to target a splashdown in the Indian Ocean instead of closer to Hawaii. This decision was made in the interest of public safety and to test in-space engine burns.
SpaceX continues to make strides in its mission to revolutionize space travel and exploration. With the latest FAA license in hand, the aerospace company is ready to push boundaries and potentially achieve new milestones with the Starship Super Heavy vehicle. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development.
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