SpaceXNew generation Starship rocket has been waiting for a long time to launch. The company, which needs permission from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), expects good news this week. FAA confirms Starship’s first orbital test flight is at SpaceX’s Boca Chica starbase will determine whether it can be carried out from the launch facility. the institution, Programmatic Environmental Assessment It is expected to complete its long-running environmental review, known as the PEA. If the necessary permits are obtained, SpaceX plans to travel to Mars with its new spaceship.
The critical decision for SpaceX’s new spaceship is on May 31
PEAexamines whether a launch in any way endangered public safety. It also focuses on issues related to national security and any potential environmental impact. This evaluation procedure SpaceXThis includes presenting their views on the launch request. SpaceX’s massive response from the public is another reason for the delay.
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FAAhas delayed the completion of the review several times, stating that each time more time is needed to complete the tests. The FAA last indicated May 31 for the completion of tests at the end of April. During the last postponement, the institution made the following statement:
The FAA is completing the PEA review, including responding to comments and ensuring consistency with SpaceX’s license application. The FAA also came to an end in discussions for proposed SpaceX operations. All consultations should be complete before the FAA publishes the Final PEA.
FAAStarship could embark on its first orbital test flight in the next month or two if it gives the green light to launch from Boca Chica. However, the FAA SpaceX‘s request to launch from the site, Starship likely Kennedy Space CenterIt will be launched from. This is approx. 1,600 kilometers It means moving a distance. For this reason, the launch may be delayed again.
Starship will be the most powerful rocket ever launched. NASAwill use the system for astronaut missions to the moon, Mars and possibly beyond. Before the FAA’s decision, SpaceX unveiled the latest prototype of the Starship upper stage on Saturday. starbase it’s on the launch pad.
In the absence of any other postponement SpaceX, will start the launch work of the new spacecraft as soon as possible from 31 May. So what do you think about SpaceX and the journey to Mars? You can share your views with us in the comments section.