SpaceX targets Thursday launch for upgraded Starship V3
SpaceX is preparing for the maiden flight of its upgraded Starship V3 rocket on May 21. This launch will take place from a new pad at the Starbase facility in Texas and is considered crucial ahead of the company's planned IPO. The V3 variant features significant upgrades, including new engines that enhance its thrust capabilities.
- ▪The Starship V3 rocket stands 408 feet tall, making it the tallest rocket ever built.
- ▪The maiden flight is scheduled for May 21 at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
- ▪This launch is seen as a key factor for SpaceX's upcoming IPO planned for June 2026.
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