SpaceX to launch Starship rocket Friday after delay
SpaceX is set to attempt the launch of its Starship rocket on Friday after a delay on Thursday. The previous launch was scrubbed just moments before liftoff, marking the twelfth attempt for the redesigned rocket. This launch is particularly important for SpaceX as the company is preparing for a public offering.
- ▪SpaceX scrubbed the twelfth launch of its Starship rocket moments before liftoff on Thursday.
- ▪The company will make another attempt to launch the rocket on Friday.
- ▪This launch is critical for SpaceX as it seeks to go public.
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NPR Science LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Science SpaceX to launch Starship rocket Friday after delay May 22, 20264:44 AM ET Geoff Brumfiel SpaceX scrubbed the twelfth launch of its newly redesigned Starship moments before liftoff Thursday. The company will try again Friday and it comes at a critical time for SpaceX, which is seeking to go public. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
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