SpaceX's Starship Achieves Milestone Test Flight as Elon Musk Eyes Operational Readiness by 2026
SPACE ECONOMY
After a successful 10th test flight, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk expressed optimism that the upgraded Starship will become operational by 2026. The latest flight demonstrated improvements despite previous failures, with plans for more upgrades and full reusability.
Musk highlighted the need for further testing and development, particularly regarding the vehicle's heat shield. Future launches are anticipated, including a significant transition to the next-generation version of Starship, designed to carry larger payloads and support NASA's Artemis lunar missions.
Sep 17, 2025, 1:41 PM
