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FAA Closes Starship Mishap Investigation

Company Must Take 63 Corrective Actions Before Next Launch Attempt

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Tom Patton
Sep 09, 2023
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First Starship Launch Attempt Anomaly. Courtesy SpaceX

The FAA has closed the SpaceX Starship Super Heavy mishap investigation. The final report cites multiple root causes of the April 20, 2023, mishap and 63 corrective actions SpaceX must take to prevent mishap reoccurrence. Corrective actions include redesigns of vehicle hardware to prevent leaks and f…

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