SpaceX to launch an even bigger Starship prototype
SpaceX is preparing to launch its new third-generation Starship prototype, known as V3, which is larger and more powerful than its predecessor. The launch is scheduled for Thursday evening and will be closely monitored due to its significance for NASA's Artemis program. This test flight aims to demonstrate new capabilities, including deploying mock Starlink satellites and relighting engines in space.
- ▪The Starship V3 measures 408 feet tall and features new Raptor 3 engines.
- ▪This will be the first launch of the third-generation Starship and the 12th outing for the Starship program.
- ▪SpaceX plans to use this test flight to deploy 22 mock Starlink satellites and test engine relighting in space.
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- ▪ SpaceX launches massive Starship V3 rocket on test flight — BBC News
- ▪ SpaceX launches redesigned Starship in successful pre-IPO test — International homepage
- ▪ SpaceX Faces A Crucial Launch Test Ahead Of Its IPO — Forbes — Business
- ▪ SpaceX will launch Starship V3 for its first test flight today — Engadget
- ▪ SpaceX has a lot riding on its imminent Starship rocket launch - Morningstar — Google News
- ▪ SpaceX has a lot riding on its imminent Starship rocket launch — MarketWatch.com - Top Stories
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SpaceSpaceX to launch an even bigger Starship prototypeThe new third-generation Starship, dubbed V3, which is larger, more powerful and a step closer to being fully reusable, is expected to launch Thursday evening.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Starship V3 on the launch pad during a "wet" dress rehearsal.SpaceXShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 21, 2026, 8:24 AM EDTBy Denise ChowSpaceX is set to launch a new prototype of its Starship megarocket on a key test flight Thursday — one that could take astronauts back to the moon.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.The test will be the 12th outing for Starship but the first launch of the new third-generation Starship, dubbed V3, which is bigger, more powerful and a…
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