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SpaceX stacks Starship-Super Heavy ahead of first orbital launch attempt

SpaceX has assembled its Starship-Super Heavy vehicle at Starbase in south Texas as it prepares for the rocket’s first attempt to reach orbit. The launch remains subject to regulatory approval, with the company targeting Sept. 28 for Starship Flight 14, according to live coverage.

Discovered 2026-09-23T08:50:03.693369-07:00 | 2026-09-23T08:50:03.693369-07:00

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Starship’s first orbital launch attempt would mark a major milestone for the largest rocket in development and provide an operational test of SpaceX’s next-generation launch architecture.
The vehicle’s progress remains dependent on regulatory approval, underscoring the role of licensing and launch-site readiness in commercial spaceflight schedules.
Flight 14’s outcome will provide critical data for Starship’s future development and SpaceX’s broader ambitions in orbital transportation.

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