Elon Musk Announces SpaceX's Starship Will Take Flight Again in 4 Weeks

Tech & AI | July 6, 2024, 1:33 p.m.

SpaceX is gearing up for the fifth test flight of its powerful Starship rocket, which is set to take place in just four weeks. The rocket, standing at 400 feet tall, consists of two parts - a first-stage booster called Super Heavy and an upper-stage spacecraft known as Starship. All four previous test flights have taken place in Starbase, Texas with each one showing improvements. The most recent flight went off without a hitch, allowing for a quicker turnaround for Flight 5. This upcoming test will feature a new landing strategy, aiming for a pinpoint landing on the launch mount with the help of the facility's tower arms. With successful flights under its belt, SpaceX is on track to increase Starship's flight cadence, revolutionizing the way rockets are inspected, refurbished, and relaunched.