SpaceX Boosts Starship Launches with FAA's Green Light

The Federal Aviation Administration has approved SpaceX's request to increase its Starship rocket launches from Texas. This approval allows SpaceX to expand its Mars rocket development significantly. The decision comes after a thorough review determined no major environmental impact from the increased launch activities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 09-05-2025 02:31 IST | Created: 09-05-2025 02:31 IST
SpaceX Boosts Starship Launches with FAA's Green Light
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In a noteworthy development for space exploration, SpaceX has been granted approval by the Federal Aviation Administration to increase the rate of its Starship rocket launches from Texas.

This decision permits the company to enhance its development of the massive Mars-bound rockets, potentially conducting up to 25 launches annually.

Following a comprehensive environmental review, the FAA concluded that the expanded launch activities, including booster landings and possible rocket explosions over certain waters, would not cause a significant environmental impact.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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