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SpaceX Prepares Starship for Orbital Debut
16 Sep
Summary
- SpaceX targets September 22 for Starship's next flight test.
- The mission aims to send Starship into orbit for the first time.
- Starship will deploy Starlink V3 satellites during the flight.
SpaceX announced on Tuesday, September 15, that it is preparing for its next Starship flight test, with a launch targeted for September 22. This mission represents a significant advancement, as it aims to send the Starship vehicle into orbit for the very first time. Pending regulatory approval, the flight is expected to last approximately 10 hours.
During this orbital test, Starship will fly about 275 km above Earth and complete around six orbits. A primary objective is the deployment of the first Starlink V3 satellites. The mission will also focus on testing the booster's launch, separation, boostback, and splashdown procedures, crucial steps toward achieving a fully reusable orbital launch system.
