SpaceX Starship poised for historic orbital launch with FAA license pending.

SpaceX's Starship is ready for its maiden flight, pending the Federal Aviation Administration's launch license. The rocket has passed its final Flight Readiness Review and is expected to launch on April 17, with backup windows from April 18 to 22. The booster will not attempt a landing back on the launch site, instead landing over the ocean, while Ship 24 will impact the ocean at terminal velocity. SpaceX has been working on final checks for the rocket's software and engine interfaces, and teams are configuring the flight termination system before launch.