The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

SpaceX Cleared for Tenth Starship Test Flight

Launch Window Opens on Sunday, August 24

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Tom Patton
Aug 21, 2025
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The FAA-required investigation of the SpaceX Starship Flight 9 mishap is closed, clearing the way for the 10th Starship test flight under its current license.

The SpaceX-led investigation found there were no reports of public injury or damage to public property. The FAA oversaw and accepted those findings. The final mishap report cites the probable root…

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