SpaceX conducted a single-engine static fire test with Ship 41, advancing preparations for Starship's Flight 14—the rocket's first-ever attempt to reach orbit.
This will be Starship's first orbital launch if everything goes according to plan
Aug 22, 2026
12:37 pm
What's the storySpaceX is gearing up for the next launch of its massive Starship rocket.
The company recently conducted a single-engine static fire test with its Ship 41 vehicle, the upper stage set to fly on Starship's upcoming Flight 14 mission.
The next time Starship flies, it's going to orbit (if it all goes according to plan).
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Starship Flight 13 shouldn't be too far off.
SpaceX's upcoming Starship test flight marks a crucial step in Musk's vision for space data centers and lunar missions.
