FAA Clears Falcon 9 for Saturday Vandenberg Starlink Launch After Glitch

The FAA has cleared SpaceX’s Falcon 9 to resume flight for a Saturday launch from Vandenberg to deploy 25 Starlink satellites, with a first-stage landing on a droneship. The decision follows an investigation into Monday’s mishap that cited a stage-2 engine ignition failure before the deorbit burn; SpaceX has implemented preventative measures and the mission is set for a 9:05 a.m.–1:05 p.m. liftoff with live coverage at spacex.com/launches.