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- 1World's most powerful rocket faces its riskiest test yet▼The most powerful rocket ever built is on the verge of its biggest — and riskiest — test yet
SpaceX's Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, is preparing for its biggest and riskiest test flight to date. The mission is expected to push the vehicle through more demanding objectives than previous attempts, and space watchers are closely tracking whether the rocket can hit its milestones without a failure.
- 2SpaceX prepares Starship for first orbital flight attempt●SpaceX shoots for first orbital flight of Starship
SpaceX is aiming to carry out the first orbital flight test of its Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The attempt is a major milestone in the company's effort to develop a fully reusable spacecraft for missions to the Moon and Mars. Space watchers are closely tracking launch preparations and awaiting confirmation of a liftoff date.
- 3SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California▼SpaceX launches classified mystery mission for US Space Force from California (video, photos)
SpaceX carried out a classified mission for the US Space Force, lifting off from California. The payload and mission details were not disclosed, consistent with national security launches, and footage and photographs of the liftoff were released. It is the latest in a series of military space missions flown by the company for the Pentagon.
- 4SpaceX Prepared Starship's First Orbital Flight to Test Critical Systems▼SpaceX Planned Starship’s First Orbital Flight to Test Its Critical Systems
SpaceX planned the first orbital flight of its Starship rocket to test the vehicle's most critical systems. The flight was designed to put the spacecraft through conditions it could not face on the ground, gathering data on engines, heat shielding, and stage separation. The test is viewed as a key step toward future lunar and Mars missions, and space watchers worldwide are following each update on launch preparation.
- 5SpaceX Starship Prepares for First Orbital Mission Attempt●SpaceX Starship to attempt first orbital mission with 14th flight
SpaceX is preparing its Starship for a fourteenth test flight, which the company is describing as its first attempt at a full orbital mission. The program's previous flights have gathered large audiences as each launch pushes further toward orbit. Attention is focused on whether the vehicle can complete the milestone after earlier tests ended in explosions or partial failures.
- 6SpaceX Starship to attempt 10-hour spaceflight▼SpaceX's Starship is about to attempt a 10-hour spaceflight: Watch live.
SpaceX is preparing its Starship vehicle for an ambitious test flight lasting around 10 hours, a significant extension of previous mission durations. The flight is being streamed live, drawing attention from space enthusiasts and industry watchers. A flight of this length would mark a major step toward demonstrating the rocket's capability for long-duration missions, including future lunar and deep-space objectives.
- 7Starship next launch could make history, SpaceX says▼Starship could make history on next launch. Watch SpaceX mission live
SpaceX is preparing for the next flight of its Starship rocket, a mission the company says could make history. The launch is being streamed live, with coverage from outlets including USA Today. Starship is central to SpaceX's plans for deep space travel, and each test flight draws wide attention as the company works toward orbit and eventual missions to the Moon and Mars.
- 8SpaceX's Starship Rocket Heads To Orbit With Much At Stake▼SpaceX’s Starship Rocket Is Heading To Orbit–With A Lot On The Line
SpaceX is launching its Starship rocket toward orbit in a high-stakes test flight. The mission is a critical milestone for the company's most powerful rocket, with major implications for future deep-space ambitions and NASA plans. Observers are watching closely to see whether the vehicle can reach orbit and demonstrate the capabilities SpaceX has been developing.
- 9SpaceX Reveals 10-Hour Mission for Starship Flight 14●Starship Flight 14 Goes Orbital! SpaceX Reveals 10-Hour Mission | Starship Update
SpaceX has outlined plans for Starship Flight 14, with reports indicating the next test flight could last up to 10 hours and reach orbital speeds. The mission profile would mark a significant step up from earlier flights as SpaceX continues pushing the vehicle toward operational use. Space enthusiasts are closely watching what the extended duration means for the programme's next milestones.
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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission has returned, with the crew landing at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission carried astronauts to and from the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. Little additional detail beyond the landing announcement is available, and reaction to the return has not yet been widely reported.
- 11SpaceX revenue grows but company remains unprofitable●SpaceX boosted revenue but isn't profitable, first-ever earnings report shows
SpaceX has released its first-ever earnings report, showing that revenue has increased significantly while the company still fails to turn a profit. The disclosure offers a rare look at the finances of Elon Musk's space company, which has historically kept its numbers private. Observers are weighing whether the losses reflect heavy investment in Starship and Starlink or deeper structural challenges.
- 12SpaceX's Starship nears make-or-break orbital test flight▼Will SpaceX's Starship finally make it to orbit? We're about to find out
SpaceX is preparing for a Starship test flight that could see the massive rocket reach orbit for the first time. The upcoming launch is being closely watched, as previous attempts ended before completing a full orbital demonstration. A successful flight would mark a major milestone for SpaceX's plans for deep space missions and for NASA's lunar ambitions.
- 13SpaceX aims for three Starship flights in five weeks●SpaceX Is Aiming for 3 Starship Flights in 5 Weeks?!
SpaceX is reportedly targeting an unusually rapid launch cadence for its Starship program, with three flights planned within roughly five weeks. The plan would mark a sharp acceleration in testing for the giant rocket, signaling growing confidence in turnaround times between launches. Space commentators are weighing in on whether the schedule is realistic and what it would mean for the program's development pace.
- 14SpaceX launches classified Space Force mission from California▼SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California, lands booster at sea
SpaceX launched a classified US Space Force mission from California and successfully landed the Falcon 9 booster at sea. The launch was carried by multiple local news outlets, though details of the payload's purpose remain undisclosed due to its classified nature. The booster recovery continues SpaceX's routine of reusing rockets for national security missions.
- 15SpaceX launches secretive U.S. Space Force mission from California▼SpaceX launches mysterious U.S. Space Force mission from California
SpaceX carried out a classified U.S. Space Force mission, launching a rocket from its California launch site. Few details about the mission's payload or objectives have been disclosed, in keeping with its classified nature. The launch is drawing attention due to the secrecy surrounding the payload and SpaceX's continuing high profile in national security space operations.
- 16New Footage Sheds Light on Salvage of SpaceX's Starship 40●Salvaging Starship 40: What SpaceX's New Footage Reveals
SpaceX has released new footage showing efforts to salvage Starship 40, the upper-stage prototype lost during a recent test flight. Analysts are examining the video for clues about the vehicle's condition and what recovery operations could mean for the programme's rapid-reuse ambitions. Space enthusiasts and shipping watchers are debating how much of the hardware can realistically be recovered and reused.
- 17SpaceX Holds Launch Rehearsal Ahead of Starship Flight 14●SpaceX Conducts Launch Rehearsal ahead of Starship Flight 14
SpaceX has carried out a full launch rehearsal at its Starbase facility in Texas as it prepares for the fourteenth test flight of its Starship rocket. The rehearsal, reported by spaceflight outlet NASASpaceflight, marks a key step in final preparations, and attention is now turning to when the next Starship launch attempt will take place.
- 18Kremlin warns Starlink use against Russia is dangerous●Agenzia Nova: Ucraina: Cremlino, "pericoloso" usare Starlink per attacchi contro di noi 27 set 12:06 - (Agenzia Nova) -
The Kremlin said it considers the use of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service for attacks against Russia to be "dangerous", according to Italian news agency Agenzia Nova. The statement comes amid ongoing Ukrainian strikes inside Russia and questions over whether Kyiv's forces are using Elon Musk's Starlink terminals to coordinate or guide such operations.
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Jared Isaacman, the billionaire private astronaut nominated to lead NASA, spoke at a WSJ event about the agency's new direction under his prospective leadership. He discussed the future of US space policy, the role of commercial partners like SpaceX, and ambitions for lunar and Mars exploration, drawing wide public attention to what a leadership change would mean for the space agency.
- 20SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 Mission Revealed●Starship’s Biggest Flight Yet: Flight 14 Mission Revealed | Starship Update
SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 is set to be its most ambitious test flight yet, with the mission profile now revealed in a new update from NASASpaceflight. The flight is expected to push the rocket further than previous tests as SpaceX continues its rapid iteration program. Space enthusiasts are closely following each Starship launch, given its central role in NASA's Artemis moon plans and Mars ambitions.
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SpaceX is conducting another crewed launch, with multiple news outlets reporting on the mission under the headline 'SpaceX Crew Launch'. The reports confirm a crew mission is taking place but provided snippets contain no further details on the crew, destination, or launch date. Readers are following the story as part of ongoing interest in the company's regular human spaceflight operations for NASA.
- 22SpaceX Stock Jumps 19% on Day One of Historic IPO▼SpaceX Stock Jumps 19% on Day One — What Happens Next After the Historic IPO?
SpaceX's stock surged 19% in its first day of public trading, capping one of the most anticipated IPOs in recent memory. Analysts and investors are now debating whether the rally can hold, with attention turning to the company's valuation, its Starship and Starlink ambitions, and what the listing means for the broader space industry.
- 23How Louisiana landed SpaceX in a seven-month sprint▼Inside the seven-month sprint to bring Elon Musk's SpaceX to Louisiana
SpaceX is expanding to Louisiana after a rapid, seven-month negotiation to bring Elon Musk's aerospace company to the state, according to NOLA.com. The report details the behind-the-scenes push by state officials to secure the deal. The move is drawing attention for how quickly Louisiana closed an agreement with one of the country's most prominent space firms.
- 24SpaceX President Sells $52 Million in Stock Ahead of Starship Launch●SpaceX President Cashes Out $52 Million Before Monday's Starship Launch
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of SpaceX, has sold roughly $52 million worth of her holdings days before the company's next Starship test flight, scheduled for Monday. The sale is drawing attention because it comes shortly before a high-profile launch, though executives routinely sell shares for diversification and tax reasons and SpaceX remains a private company with limited disclosure.
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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission is on its way to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a step in preparations for the crew's upcoming flight to the International Space Station. The mission is part of NASA's ongoing partnership with SpaceX under the Commercial Crew Program, which regularly rotates astronauts to and from the orbiting laboratory.
- 26SpaceX targets September 28 for 14th Starship test flight●SpaceX is preparing for a potential 14th Starship test flight on Monday, September 28. Here’s what to know: • Launch window opens at 7:15 a.m. and runs through 8:30 a.m. CST • Sonic Booms may be heard in Brownsville, South Padre Island, and Port Isabel
SpaceX is preparing a potential 14th test flight of its Starship rocket on Monday, September 28. The launch window opens at 7:15 a.m. and runs through 8:30 a.m. CST at the company's Texas site. Residents of Brownsville, South Padre Island and Port Isabel may hear sonic booms as the vehicle returns.
- 27SpaceX targets Sept. 28 for Starship Flight 14 launch▼What time will SpaceX launch its 1st orbital Starship test on Flight 14 on Sept. 28? (Full mission timeline)
SpaceX is preparing Flight 14 of its Starship program, scheduled for Sept. 28 and described as the vehicle's first orbital-class test on this flight. The mission timeline has been published in full, giving watchers exact windows and milestones to follow during the launch from Starbase, Texas. Space fans are comparing expectations with previous test flights and discussing what an orbital trajectory would mean for the program's progress.
- 28SpaceX Starship launch could make history in Texas▼SpaceX's Starship could make history. Where you can watch launch in Texas
SpaceX is preparing another Starship launch from its Starbase facility in South Texas, with the flight potentially marking a historic milestone for the rocket program. Coverage is focused on when the launch will happen and where spectators can watch it along the Texas coast near Boca Chica and Corpus Christi. Local outlets are publishing viewing guides as interest builds ahead of liftoff.
- 29SpaceX launches its 100th Block 5 rocket▼SpaceX Just Launched Its 100th Block 5 Rocket: Elon Musk Is Building an Unshakable Financial Fortress
SpaceX has reached a milestone with its 100th launch of a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket, the reusable workhorse that dominates its launch schedule. Financial commentary framing the achievement argues that the reliability and reuse of the Block 5 fleet underpins Elon Musk's company's growing commercial strength and revenue base. Coverage highlights both the technical record and what it signals for SpaceX's business prospects.
- 30SpaceX Reportedly Prices IPO at $135 in Historic Listing▼SpaceX Prices Tomorrow at $135 for the Largest IPO in History — What the S-1 Financials Actually Say
SpaceX's initial public offering is reportedly priced at $135 a share, which would make it the largest IPO in history. According to the reported S-1 financials, the pricing sets the stage for a landmark debut on public markets, with investors focused on what the filings actually reveal about the company's revenue, costs and valuation ahead of trading.
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming mission to the International Space Station. The crew’s arrival marks a standard pre-launch milestone, as astronauts typically quarantine and complete final training at the Florida facility in the weeks before liftoff on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
- 32NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts arrive in Florida ahead of ISS launch▼NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts arrive in Florida ahead of launch to ISS
The astronauts assigned to NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived in Florida ahead of their upcoming launch to the International Space Station. Their arrival marks the final pre-launch phase, with the crew expected to undergo quarantine, training and mission reviews before flying to the orbiting laboratory on a SpaceX spacecraft.
- 33Amazon Stock Rises as Satellite Service Nears Launch▼AMZN Stock Gains On Hitting Satellite Milestone to Launch Starlink Internet Rival This Year
Amazon shares gained after the company hit a key satellite milestone, clearing the way for its broadband constellation to begin launching this year as a rival to SpaceX's Starlink. Investors welcomed the progress on Project Kuiper, which aims to deliver satellite internet service to customers worldwide.
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SpaceX has confirmed a major new mission for its Starship program, according to space coverage drawing wide attention. Commentators are weighing in on what the announcement means for the rocket's development schedule and future deep-space goals, with space enthusiasts debating the mission's scope and timeline across the aerospace community.
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SpaceX launched a rocket from California carrying a classified payload whose contents and purpose were not disclosed. Missions of this kind are usually tied to US government or military contracts, with details kept secret. The launch drew attention because little beyond the fact of liftoff has been made public, and observers are speculating about what was aboard.
- 36SpaceX targets Falcon Heavy and Crew-13 launches same day▼SpaceX Falcon Heavy aims to launch same day as Crew-13 next week on Space Coast
SpaceX is preparing two launches from Florida's Space Coast on the same day next week: a Falcon Heavy mission and a Crew-13 astronaut flight. Pulling off back-to-back launches within hours would be a demanding logistics test for the company's launch teams and range operations, and space watchers are following the schedule closely.
- 37SpaceX Turns Positive in Pre-Market After Falling Below IPO Debut Price▼US Pre-Market: SpaceX Bucks Trend to Turn Positive After Falling Below IPO Debut Price, Chip Stocks’ Collective Slump Drags Nasdaq Futures Down 2.7%
In US pre-market trading, SpaceX shares reversed early losses and turned positive after dipping below their IPO debut price, moving against a broad market decline. Chip stocks fell collectively, dragging Nasdaq futures down 2.7%. Traders are watching whether the space company's recovery can hold once regular trading begins amid the semiconductor-led selloff.
- 38NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center▼WATCH LIVE: NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center
NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming mission to the International Space Station. The crew's arrival was covered live by Fox News and Fox Business. The pre-flight milestone marks the next step in preparations for the launch of the latest NASA-SpaceX crew rotation mission.
- 39Endangered wild cat threatened by SpaceX expansion in Texas▼An endangered wild cat faces a new threat: SpaceX’s expansion in Texas
Conservationists are raising concerns that SpaceX's growing operations in Boca Chica, Texas, could endanger the ocelot, an endangered wild cat found in the region. The company's expansion of its Starbase launch facilities near the Mexican border is drawing scrutiny over its impact on local wildlife habitats.
- 40SpaceX Starship Flight 14 launch set for Sept. 28●What time will SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 orbital test launch on Sept. 28? (Full mission timeline)
SpaceX is preparing Starship Flight 14, an orbital test flight targeted for Sept. 28. Space.com reports the expected launch time and published a full mission timeline covering launch, booster separation, and re-entry milestones. The mission is the next step in testing the rocket's reusability as the company pushes toward future lunar and Mars missions.