SpaceX Starship Test Flight Scheduled to Target Coast of Chile
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SpaceX is preparing for a major test flight of Starship, aiming to achieve orbital flight for the vehicle. The company confirmed that the launch window for this test will open on Monday, September 28, at 8:15 a.m. ET, and will remain open for 75 minutes. The test aims for Starship to reach an altitude of 171 miles (275 kilometers) and remain in orbit for 10 hours, circling the planet about six times before splashing down off the coast of Chile.
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Why it matters
This orbital flight is considered a key milestone for Starship, demonstrating the potential for full and rapid reusability. Successful completion of this test is a critical step toward achieving commercial viability for the vehicle.
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SpaceX
American private aerospace company
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Chile
country in South America and Oceania, with a claim in Antarctica