SpaceX Prepares for Starship's 6th Flight with Ambitious Launch Goals

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SpaceX Prepares for Starship's 6th Flight with Ambitious Launch Goals
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SpaceX aims to significantly increase the launch frequency of its Starship rocket, targeting 25 flights in 2025 and eventually reaching daily launches. This ambitious plan follows a successful test where the rocket's booster was caught by a landing tower. However, SpaceX faces regulatory challenges, as it seeks FAA approval to increase its launch cadence. The company argues that frequent flights are crucial for rapid learning and achieving full rocket reuse. SpaceX's efforts to expedite Starship's development may be influenced by potential changes in U.S. government leadership.

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