Rocket Test
SpaceX launches Starship's 11th test flight from Texas
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SpaceX is preparing for the 11th test flight of its Starship mega-rocket on Monday evening, aiming to conclude a challenging year with a successful suborbital journey from South Texas to the Indian Ocean. The launch marks the end of the current version of the vehicle before upgrades next year. Key objectives include testing a new booster landing sequence and stressing the heat shield for reentry.
Blue Origin successfully test-fires New Glenn rocket engines
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Blue Origin conducted a successful hotfire test of its New Glenn rocket's seven BE-4 engines at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The 38-second test marks the final major milestone before the rocket's second launch, potentially as early as November 9. The mission will carry NASA's ESCAPADE probes to study Mars' atmosphere.