Rocket Report: Blunder at Baikonur; do launchers really need rocket engines?

Ars TechnicaFriday, December 5, 2025 at 12:00:57 PM
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Rocket Report: Blunder at Baikonur; do launchers really need rocket engines?
  • The Department of the Air Force has approved a new location in Florida for SpaceX's Starship program, marking a significant step in the company's plans for its next
  • This approval is crucial for SpaceX as it seeks to expand its operations and enhance the capabilities of the Starship program, which is central to its ambitions for space exploration and transportation. The new site in Florida is expected to facilitate more efficient launches and testing.
  • The approval also highlights the competitive landscape of the aerospace industry, where SpaceX faces scrutiny and opposition from rivals concerned about safety and environmental impacts. Recent incidents involving testing failures and concerns over the use of LOX
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