Why is SpaceX’s September 22 Starship launch such a big deal?
Quick answer: SpaceX is targeting September 22 for Starship’s first orbital test, a step up from flights that did not complete an orbit. Reaching orbital speed tests the…
SpaceX is targeting September 22 for Starship’s first orbital test, a step up from flights that did not complete an orbit. Reaching orbital speed tests the vehicle’s full stack—launch, stage performance, guidance, heat protection, and return planning—under conditions that ground tests cannot reproduce. A target date is not a guarantee: weather, range safety, and technical reviews can still move the launch.
Source: Reuters
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