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SpaceX has asked Judge Treviño for an election to decide if Starbase, Texas, can officially become its own city. Starbase is where SpaceX builds and develops Starship, the rocket designed to revolutionize space travel. The company says it’s already investing billions of dollars in the area, creating jobs, boosting the local economy, and helping make […]

SpaceX has launched an unofficial Black Friday deal for Starlink Mini, now available for $449 US (regular price $599) until December 8, offering a $150 discount on this compact, high-speed satellite internet system. With download speeds of over 100Mbps, it’s a reliable solution for staying connected, whether at home or on the move. Hey, you […]

On November 19, SpaceX achieved another milestone with its Starship spacecraft, completing a successful test flight and ocean landing in the Gulf of Mexico. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk confirmed the achievement, saying on X, “Successful ocean landing of Starship! We will do one more ocean landing of the ship. If that goes well, then SpaceX […]

SpaceX plans to launch the sixth test flight of its Starship rocket on Tuesday, November 19, with a 30-minute window starting at 4:00 p.m. CT (2pm PT/5pm ET). The event will stream live on SpaceX’s website and X (@SpaceX), with updates available closer to launch. Previously, SpaceX planned to launch on November 18, but now […]

Two of Elon Musk’s private companies are set for massive valuation jumps, according to insiders, as investors continue to show strong support for the ventures of the world’s richest man, reports the Financial Times. SpaceX, the largest private company in the U.S., plans to sell shares in December at $135 each. This would raise its […]

SpaceX is gearing up for its sixth test flight of Starship, scheduled for as early as Monday, November 18, with a 30-minute launch window opening at 4:00 p.m. CT. A live webcast will start about 30 minutes before liftoff, available on SpaceX’s X account and the new X TV app. As with previous tests, the […]

YouTube channel Everyday Astronaut has some incredible video it filmed of SpaceX’s recent fifth Starship launch and first and successful Super Heavy booster catch, showing different angles and perspectives, along with 4K slow motion. The audio alone in this super cut video are spectacular. Can’t wait for the sixth flight test! “Enjoy this incredible audio […]

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, accusing the state agency of overstepping its authority and blocking the company’s efforts to increase rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The lawsuit (via Reuters), filed in the Central District of California, claims that the commission’s actions violate federal law and are driven by […]

In a groundbreaking achievement, SpaceX successfully completed the fifth flight test of Starship on Sunday, October 13, 2024. This mission marked a significant step towards demonstrating the fully reusable design of the Starship and Super Heavy systems. For the first time, SpaceX’s “Mechazilla” launch and catch tower successfully caught the Super Heavy booster using its […]

A new mural featuring Starships on Mars has been unveiled at SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, as shared by @StarshipGazer on X. The artwork, located on the parking garage at Starbase, depicts multiple Starships stationed on Mars at what appears to be “Mars Base Alpha,” giving a visual glimpse into SpaceX’s vision of […]

SpaceX and T-Mobile have received emergency special temporary authority from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to activate Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capabilities in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, the companies announced on X. The Starlink satellites have already been activated and are broadcasting emergency alerts to cell phones across all networks in North Carolina. The […]

SpaceX says Starlink is providing free internet service for the first month to those affected by Hurricane Helene, according to the company’s website. The offer is available to new and existing customers located in impacted areas. Users can verify their eligibility by entering their address on the Starlink website and selecting the “Helene Relief” service […]

SpaceX has formally responded to recent statements made by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker during a Congressional hearing. In a letter to U.S. Representative Kevin Kiley written on Tuesday, SpaceX disputed several claims made by Whitaker regarding the company’s compliance with licensing and safety procedures for its Falcon and Starship launches. The letter, […]

SpaceX has sharply criticized the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) over recent allegations of safety violations, disputing the agency’s claims and calling its actions “highly irregular” and “unprecedented.” In a letter dated September 18, 2024, SpaceX’s Vice President of Legal, David Harris, addressed members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, including Senators Maria Cantwell […]

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $633,009 in civil penalties against SpaceX for allegedly failing to comply with license requirements during two launches in 2023. The penalties are based on violations related to the company’s launch operations at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Center. “Safety drives everything we do at the […]