SpaceX Flight 13 Starship
Trajectory
Trajectory profiles are typically finalized by the range a week prior to launch. Check back here for the trajectory and launch visibility map as the launch window approaches.
About the Flight 13 Mission
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Suborbital
13th test flight of the two-stage Starship launch vehicle. Second flight of Starship V3
This mission will be launched aboard SpaceX's Starship, the world's most powerful rocket and the first fully reusable super heavy-lift launch vehicle. Starship is designed to carry crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond, representing a revolutionary advancement in space transportation technology with its unprecedented payload capacity and complete reusability.
Launch Pad & Location
Orbital Launch Pad 2
SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA
The Orbital Launch Pad 2 launch pad has hosted 1 rocket launches, including 0 orbital launch attempts. The SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA launch site has been the location for 21 total rocket launches.
Starbase is an industrial complex for Starship rockets and the headquarters of the American aerospace manufacturer company SpaceX. Located near Brownsville, Texas, United States, it has been under construction since the late 2010s by SpaceX. Starbase is composed of a spaceport near the Gulf of Mexico, a production facility at the Boca Chica village, and a small structure test site along the Texas State Highway 4.
SpaceX Starship V3 Rocket
Third development version of the Starship reusable two-stage super heavy-lift launch vehicle.
About SpaceX
Space Exploration Technologies Corp., known as SpaceX, is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. It was founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX operates from many pads, on the East Coast of the US they operate from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and historic LC-39A at Kennedy Space Center. They also operate from SLC-4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, usually for polar launches. Another launch site is being developed at Boca Chica, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch scheduled?
The SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch is currently scheduled for:
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Launch times are subject to change based on weather conditions, technical readiness, and range availability. Check back regularly for the most up-to-date launch time and status updates.
Where is the SpaceX Starship Flight 13 mission launching from?
The SpaceX Starship rocket will launch from Orbital Launch Pad 2 at SpaceX Starbase, TX, USA. Starbase is an industrial complex for Starship rockets and the headquarters of the American aerospace manufacturer company SpaceX. Located near Brownsville, Texas, United States, it has been under construction since the late 2010s by SpaceX. Starbase is composed of a spaceport near the Gulf of Mexico, a production facility at the Boca Chica village, and a small structure test site along the Texas State Highway 4. For viewing location recommendations and tips, check the launch location details above.
What rocket is being used for the Flight 13 mission?
The Flight 13 mission will launch aboard a SpaceX Starship rocket. Third development version of the Starship reusable two-stage super heavy-lift launch vehicle. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could delay the SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch?
The SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch can be delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites. Check the launch weather forecast above for current conditions and probability of favorable weather.
How can I get updates if the SpaceX Starship Flight 13 launch is delayed?
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