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space2 years ago•5 min saved

"SpaceX's Upgraded Starship Set for Test Flight Pending FAA Approval"

SpaceX is preparing for an upcoming test flight of its Starship vehicle and has made several upgrades to Booster 9 and the launch site pending FAA approval. The changes to Booster 9 include the use of electric TVC for smoother gimbaling action, upgrades to the methane turbopumps and manifolds to reduce methane leakage, improved engine shielding, and enhancements to the flight termination system. The addition of a hot staging ring on the booster allows the ship's engines to be fired while still attached, improving performance. Ship 24 and Ship 25 have also undergone upgrades, including the use of Raptor 2 engines, a heat shield made of tiles, and a welded shut payload bay. SpaceX hopes to achieve stage separation and ignition during the next flight.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

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space2 years ago•6 min saved

"NASASpaceFlight.com: Ship 25 Prepares for Full-Stack Starship Flight 2 Rollout"

SpaceX is preparing for its second Integrated Flight Test (IFT) of the Starship. Booster 9 completed its pre-flight testing and is awaiting the stacking of Ship 25 for the upcoming launch. The booster recently underwent a successful static fire test, with all 33 engines igniting. Ship 25 has been undergoing preparations, including the removal of crane lifting points and the addition of thermal protection system tiles. The regulatory approval for the second flight is still pending, with the FAA yet to finish its investigation report into the first flight. SpaceX has briefed mariner safety boards about a potential flight on September 8, but the timeline for regulatory clearance remains uncertain.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

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spaceflight2 years ago•2 min saved

Stunning Images of SpaceX's Starship Engine Test

SpaceX conducted a static fire test of its Booster 9 Starship Super Heavy prototype, with all 33 Raptor engines engaged for about six seconds. The test was livestreamed, and SpaceX shared two beauty shots of the event. This was the second ignition for Booster 9, with improved performance compared to the first test. The tests are part of the launch preparation for Booster 9 and Ship 25, which will conduct the second-ever test flight of a fully stacked Starship vehicle. The goals of the upcoming flight will be similar to the first, but no target date has been announced yet.

via Space.com|

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spaceflight2 years ago•2 min saved

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.

via Space.com|

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space2 years ago•6 min saved

"Starship Booster 9: Construction Progress and HLS Test Article Revealed"

Preparations are underway at SpaceX's Starbase for the second Starship test flight, with Booster 9 expected to return to the launch site soon after the installation of its hot staging ring. Future vehicles are also being prepared for flight. Additionally, an old ship has been repurposed as the newest test article for NASA's Human Landing System. Road closures have been posted for vehicle testing, and FAA approval is still needed for Starship's return to flight.

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space2 years ago•1 min saved

SpaceX's Booster 9 undergoes crucial engine testing and moves into critical launch phase

SpaceX conducted a spin prime test on Booster 9, loading it with super-chilled liquid oxygen and flowing it through the Raptor engines' turbopumps. The test was successful, and SpaceX will now analyze the data before proceeding with the static fire test, which could happen as soon as next week. The company has also conducted tests on the launch pad deluge system to prevent issues encountered during a previous test flight. If all goes well, the flight test of Starship could take place within the next couple of months, pending clearance from the FAA.

via TESLARATI|

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space2 years ago•4 min saved

SpaceX's Starship: Push for Summer Replay and Major Update Expected in 2 Months.

SpaceX is preparing for the next Starship test flight with the upgraded Booster 9 and Ship 25, which is currently awaiting a six-engine static fire test. The focus of the next test will be on first stage flight with the booster, and the reduction of pad flow is a theme for Starship, with the ambition of launching on a daily basis from the same pad in future years. SpaceX is also installing a water-cooled steel plate and deluge system under the orbital launch mount to avoid the flying concrete of the maiden launch.

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