Starship is preparing for launch on its second flight test on Friday, November 17. A two-hour launch window opens at 7 a.m. CT. The second flight test of a fully integrated Starship will debut several upgrades to the vehicle and ground infrastructure, some as a direct result of lessons learned from Starship’s first flight test. Recursive improvement is essential as we work to build a fully reusable transportation system capable of carrying both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, help humanity return to the Moon, and ultimately travel to Mars and beyond. Follow us on X.com/SpaceX for updates on the upcoming flight test.
Shawn Dutton
10mo
Exciting news about Starship's second flight test! It's impressive to see the commitment to continuous improvement and learning from the first flight test. The dedication to refining both the vehicle and ground infrastructure underscores the ambitious goal of creating a fully reusable transportation system for crew and cargo, with aspirations reaching beyond Earth's orbit. The advancements made contribute not only to Earth orbit transportation but also to humanity's aspirations to return to the Moon and eventually venture to Mars. Looking forward to the progress and success of this upcoming launch on November 17.
Abdul Dangor
5mo
Elon Musk always adds an X to the names of the companies he has founded. But why.?. Take Space X for example. Elon has a dream which I share for humans to become a multi planetary race. But many don't share this dream so he has to fund it somehow. In walks "Space Trucker" or "Space Dumper" or "Space n Away. We think that renewable energy will power the future. This is not so. The future is Green Nuclear energy. I believe to fund Space X's mission to Mars Elon will develop and refine the safety of his rockets so much that his spin off companies like Space Dumper or Space n Away will be tasked to transport nuclear waste from reactors into space and simply launch them toward the sun. So don't bet on renewables as you understand it. By being able to make nuclear power green by blasting nuclear waste into space it will become the dominant source of power generation of earth. I hope Mr Musk, you allocate me with some shares in Space Dumper or Space n Away for crossthink!.
Andrew J. Long
10mo
When we can get from A to B safely. I guarantee we will be ready for B. It's our future. We will be ready. Need to know our abcd's!
Christo Le Grange
10mo
Congratulations on another history making event. For most people it has been a thrilling 8+ minutes. But let's remember the 4800 + hours that many people have been working to make this second flight possible. It shows what can be done if people are doing work as a passion instead of just for the money. Well done to all. Elon - we in SA are still proud of what you and our teams are doing even if - little respect is shown. Go Space X , The Boring Company, Neuro-link, Tesla ,Twitter.
Sebastien Garcia
10mo
our hard work will be paying off, let's go Starship!
Samantha C.
10mo
It could be an awesome Tool for Humanity and Nature ; #starlinkinternet ; to Protect and Restore our Planet and Nature and it’s Oceans and monitor Climate Change and all Threats Human and Natural and Decarbonising PlanetEarth ; reflecting solar rays back to batteries on Earth ⚡️🔋; and Security of Energy ; and Security of Life On Earth; 🕊️ and would certainly reduce Risks ; Climatic and Political; Reinsurance Industry; instead of a Self Indulgent Dream searching for Global Domination and protecting the few and then sodding off to another planet; not stepping up to Responsibilities; Thank goodness for The Earthshot Prize ; a bit more Down to Earth ; supporting businesses and solutions for the planet Earth 🌍 🌎🌏🌲🌲🌲🌳🌳🪱🐝🐞🐛🦋🐞🪲🐢🐬🐋🦭🦈🐠🦧🐘🦍🦒🦌🐿️🦔🕊️🕊️🕊️ We have one home, let’s all tidy it up and stop polluting it, respect it and everything that lives on it; Business for Good ; Isn’t space a Public Good ? Nikola Tesla would be turning in his grave if this was adding fuel to more Global Consumerism ; We need more FairTrade; and high standards and regulation down to the end of the supply chain and Decentralisation; wealth distribution, bringing about positive social impact on local communities, globally
BREATHE! Exp
9mo
Thrilled for Starship's second flight test, SpaceX! 🚀 Lessons learned from the first test drive upgrades, highlighting your commitment to innovation. A step closer to reshaping the future of space travel! 🌌🔧
Phillip Euley
10mo
Anticipating exitement. Hoping for a smooth mission! Move that ball down the field SpaceX.
Clinton M.
10mo
Glad Starship finally got its fishing licence approved, can't wait to see this baby fly again ❤️
AI Robotics, Hardware and Systems Engineering
10moReally excited about this. 🤞