All articles tagged with #flight test
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Defense News
Anduril's YFQ-44A collaborative combat aircraft conducted its first flight test in California, marking a significant step in the U.S. Air Force's initiative to develop AI-driven, semi-autonomous drone wingmen to operate alongside manned fighters, with the goal of enhancing combat capabilities and extending the reach of the fighter fleet.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Digital Trends
SpaceX is preparing for its 12th flight of the Starship rocket, which is crucial for advancing its space exploration goals, including potential missions to the Moon and Mars. The 12th flight's timing is uncertain but likely in early 2026, following recent successful tests and upgrades to the rocket's design, especially the new Block 3 version of the Super Heavy booster. This milestone is vital for SpaceX's plans to launch crewed lunar missions and expand its launch cadence.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Engadget
SpaceX is preparing for its 11th Starship flight test from Texas on October 13, aiming to gather data for future boosters, stress-test the heatshield, and demonstrate maneuvers, with the rocket expected to splash down in the Indian Ocean and the booster in the Gulf of Mexico.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TipRanks
SpaceX is set to test the reusability limits of its Starship rocket during its 10th flight, aiming to push the boundaries of rocket reusability and improve space travel efficiency.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
SpaceX is preparing for its ninth unmanned flight test of the Starship spacecraft, aiming to demonstrate its safety and reusability after previous tests ended with failures and debris falling back to Earth. The test will include the first launch of a flight-proven Super Heavy booster and aims to achieve objectives like deploying Starlink satellites and testing heat resistance, as part of SpaceX's goal to send humans to Mars.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tesla Oracle - Elon Musk, Tesla, SpaceX News
SpaceX has rescheduled the Starship Flight 6 launch and landing-catch test to Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from its initial date of November 18. The fully integrated Starship, consisting of Ship 31 and Booster 13, is set for an orbital flight and landing test. This test aims to gather data on thermal protection and flap control by intentionally stressing the spacecraft's limits. The launch window is set for late afternoon to allow for better visual observations during reentry over the Indian Ocean.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Benzinga
SpaceX has delayed the fourth flight test of its Starship to June 6, pending regulatory approval. The test aims for a soft splashdown of the Super Heavy booster in the Gulf of Mexico and a controlled re-entry of the Starship in the Indian Ocean. This follows a previous test in March where the spacecraft lost contact and broke apart. NASA is counting on Starship for its Artemis program to return humans to the moon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Spaceflight Now
SpaceX is targeting June 5 for the fourth flight test of its Starship rocket, focusing on demonstrating reusability and controlled reentry. The company has made several hardware and software improvements following issues in the third flight, including better propellant filtration and enhanced roll control. The launch awaits FAA approval, and the mission is crucial for NASA's Artemis program, aiming for a crewed Moon landing in 2026.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica
SpaceX's third full Starship stack completed a successful fueling test, with a tentative launch date set for March 14 pending regulatory approval. The upcoming mission aims to demonstrate key flight capabilities, including controlled descent of the Super Heavy booster, Starship separation, reaching orbital velocity, in-space refueling technology testing, and controlled splashdown. Success in this test flight will pave the way for operational use of the Starship rocket, enabling larger satellite deployments and advancing technology for deep-space missions, including NASA's Artemis program.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSBY News
A U.S. Missile Defense Agency flight test of a Ground-based Interceptor missile was successfully launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday morning. The test, conducted by Space Launch Delta 30, the Missile Defense Agency, and U.S. Northern Command, was deemed a success by base officials.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NASASpaceflight.com
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.