SpaceX's Starship Booster 9 undergoes successful static fire test ahead of imminent launch

SpaceX conducted the second "static fire" test of its Starship Super Heavy booster, Booster 9, in preparation for its second-ever test flight. The engines burned for about six seconds, and the data on how many engines engaged will be shared later. SpaceX has made over 1,000 design changes to the Starship following the failed debut flight in April. The company has implemented a "hot staging" strategy and added a venting system and heat shield to Booster 9. The launch timeline is dependent on the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration's review of the mishap report from the first launch.