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FAA clears SpaceX to launch Starship

FAA clears SpaceX to launch Starship after explosive failure rained debris over populated islands

Federal regulators have closed an investigation into what went wrong when a SpaceX Starship spacecraft — part of the most powerful launch system ever constructed — exploded during a January test flight.

Reuters on MSN · 14h

FAA OKs SpaceX Starship Flight 8 launch after Flight 7 mishap

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday it cleared the SpaceX Starship vehicle to return to flight operations while an investigation into the January 16 Starship Flight 7 mishap remains open.

NBC 10 Philadelphia · 13h

FAA clears SpaceX for another Starship test flight after explosion in January

SpaceX has attained authorization from regulators to fly its massive Starship rocket once again, the FAA announced on Friday.

Fox News · 2d

Elon Musk’s SpaceX prepares for 8th Starship launch, pending FAA approval

SpaceX is slated to launch its Starship for the eighth time from Boca Chica, Texas, Friday, though plans could be thwarted if the FAA fails to give the green light.

Verizon, FAA and Elon Musk

Business Insider · 1d

SpaceX May Benefit if FAA Cancels Its $2B Contract with Verizon (VZ)

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering canceling a $2 billion contract with Verizon Communications (VZ) in order to upgrade

U.S. News & World Report · 11h

Lawmakers Question Musk Influence Over Verizon FAA Contract

A growing number of U.S. lawmakers are raising questions about the potential for SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to interfere or take over a $2.4 billion Federal Aviation Administration telecommunications contract with rival Verizon.

CNN · 1d

Elon Musk proposes his own company replace Verizon in FAA contract

Elon Musk said Thursday that Verizon’s efforts to provide a critically needed upgrade to the FAA’s air traffic control system is failing. And he said that it is important that Starlink, a unit of his SpaceX satellite and rocket company,

Musk pitches Starlink for FAA use

NextBigFuture · 1d

SpaceX Starlink Needed to Save FAA From Failing Verizon Air Traffic Control

The Verizon communication system to air traffic control is breaking down very rapidly. The FAA assessment is single digit months to catastrophic failure,

Business Insider · 4d

Musk’s SpaceX to Integrate Starlink Terminals in U.S. FAA’s Airspace Network

Elon Musk’s aerospace company SpaceX is seeking to integrate its Starlink satellite terminals in the U.S. FAA’s (Federal Aviation

POLITICO on MSN · 16h

Musk slams a Starlink competitor amid questions about $2.4B FAA contract

Elon Musk’s promotion of his satellite company's services came as his Department of Government Efficiency weighs potentially steep cuts at the FAA, which is overseeing the contract.

Hosted on MSN11h

SpaceX gets FAA approval for Flight 8 of Starship megarocket

SpaceX has received approval from the U.S Federal Aviation Administration for Flight 8 of its Starship megarocket, which is ...

These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAA

SpaceX engineers were said to be simply touring the Federal Aviation Administration on Monday. In fact, some were already ...

USA Today2d

As Elon Musk tangles with FAA, SpaceX CEO announces 8th Starship rocket launch

Once the FAA signs off on the launch, SpaceX will not only look to replicate the booster catch, but will also attempt to return the Starship vehicle, the upper stage, back to the launch site.

Senators demand transparency from FAA regarding firings, SpaceX involvement

A group of U.S. senators are asking the Transportation Department secretary to address firings at the Federal Aviation ...

The Washington Post12d

Team from Elon Musk’s SpaceX to review air traffic control system

SpaceX’s rocket launches are regulated by the FAA, and the agency has alleged that the company violated safety rules in the past. Officials did not respond to questions about what air traffic ...

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